Shoalhaven City Council

Integrated Planning & Reporting Officer

• Permanent / Full Time
• Salary: $85,830 - $99,916 gross p.a. plus 12% Super
• 35 hours per week (Monday to Friday) with the option of flexitime
• Located at Nowra Administration Building, Nowra
• Applications close: Thursday, 22 October 2026 (at midnight)

About the Role

Coordinate and deliver key Integrated Planning and Reporting (IP&R) processes that support corporate planning, performance reporting, community engagement and legislative compliance across the Community Strategic Plan, Delivery Program and Operational Plan.

• Support the Corporate Performance and Reporting Team to continuously improve Council's planning, performance and reporting processes so they are practical, valuable and meaningful for Council teams, help realise organisational capability to perform effectively, and support services to deliver value aligned with community priorities.
• Working collaboratively across the organisation to support teams to undertake planning and reporting activities, helping build capability in corporate planning, performance monitoring and reporting processes.
• Administer systems, information and reporting processes that enable effective performance monitoring and reporting, contributing to informed decision-making, accountability and transparency through meaningful reporting.

Please refer to the Job Description under the Job Attachments for a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities and skills required.

The advertised salary is based on the grade of the position, comprising of 4 steps within the range shown. The starting salary is at Step 1 within the grade. Progression through the salary steps shall be based upon the achievement of performance objectives relating to the position.

About You

To be successful in the position, you will have:

• Experience supporting corporate planning, reporting, legislative compliance, performance monitoring, business support, systems administration or related organisational functions.
• Experience coordinating projects, reporting activities or organisational processes from initiation through to completion.
• Experience working with corporate systems, databases or reporting platforms.
• Proof of Australian residency or citizenship, or authority to work in Australia (visa)
• Current unrestricted Class C Driver's Licence (or equivalent).

You are a collaborative and proactive professional with strong planning, reporting and stakeholder engagement skills. You have experience analysing information, preparing meaningful reports and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

How to Apply

To submit an application, click Apply and complete each Step of the application. You will be required to attach your resume (and cover letter if required) and respond to questions regarding general information about you.

In addition, you will be required to demonstrate how you satisfy the requirements of the position by answering the below questions relevant to the essential criteria as outlined in the job advertisement.

1. At Shoalhaven City Council our corporate core values are: Collaboration, Adaptability, Integrity and Respect. Please choose one value and advise how you have enacted this value in a professional setting.
2. Please outline how you meet the essential criteria for this position including skills, qualifications, certifications and licenses relevant to this position.
3. Please describe your experience in corporate planning, performance reporting, organisational improvement or a similar field. How has your experience prepared you for this role?
4. What is important to you in your work, and how do you see this role aligning with that?

Applicants who progress to pre-employment checks may be required to undergo a Qualification Check, Work Rights Verification, Reference Checks and Medical (Low Risk). Employment is subject to satisfactory outcomes for all required checks.

For tips and more information on how to submit a great application, please visit how to apply on Councils website. If you require assistance submitting your application, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team on 02 4429 3253 or 02 4429 3203.

Applications Close: Thursday, 22 October 2026 (at midnight)

If you have any questions about this role, please contact Carly McWalters- Manager - Corporate Performance & Reporting - 02 4429 3418

Why Work with Us

The Shoalhaven area is a unique place of great natural beauty, offering an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance. Our workforce is our greatest asset, and we pride ourselves on our people. Our teams are talented and inclusive and work together to provide better outcomes for our community, who are at the heart of everything we do. With a diverse range of professions and roles, we offer many career options and pathways, actively promoting opportunities and encouraging staff professional development.

Benefits include:

• Generous leave entitlements
• Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Option of flexitime for indoor staff
• 9-day fortnight for outdoor staff
• Flexible and remote working arrangements
• Novated lease arrangements available
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Corporate wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounted health insurance
• NSW Welcome Experience

**Conditions apply as per the Local Government State award, and Council policies

Shoalhaven City Council is committed to creating a workplace that reflects our diverse community. We welcome applicants of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with a disability, culturally diverse individuals, and LGBTQIA+ community members. We ensure equitable recruitment practices, and encourage applicants living with a disability to request reasonable adjustments. As a Child Safe Organisation, we uphold the rights and safety of all children and young people.