Position overview

• 2.5 year maximum term contract, full time opportunity - (part-time considered)
• True hybrid working - work from home and our Mitcham office.
• $107,675.65 - $113,862.32 per annum plus 12% superannuation

The Role

This role is a unique chance to help shape Yarra Valley Water's next corporate strategy - a long-term, intergenerational plan to deliver greater impact for our customers, communities and the environment.

As Strategy Development Planner, you'll play a key role in keeping the project organised, on track and well-communicated. You'll support the team from planning through to delivery, working closely with the Strategy and Sustainability Manager, Divisional Manager of Corporate Strategy, and external consultants.

You'll build on your existing project management skills - while gaining hands-on experience in strategy development. It's a great opportunity to deepen your capability in strategic thinking, systems thinking, long-term planning and change management.

Your key responsibilities

• Lead project planning, procurement, and support delivery to meet budget, scope, and quality standards.
• Coordinate and support stakeholder engagement, including communications and workshops.
• Support strategy development through research, synthesis, engaging with experts and thought leaders, and developing strategy artefacts.
• Assist with internal communications and storytelling to build staff engagement in the strategy.
• Support the development of strategic tools, templates and frameworks that bring the strategy to life.

What we're looking for

• Tertiary qualifications in engineering, science, sustainability, business, policy, social science or another relevant field - highly desirable.
• Project management training or certification - highly desirable.
• Strong project coordination and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies & project governance.
• Excellent communication and synthesis skills, with the ability to translate complex ideas into clear, engaging outputs.
• An interest in and general understanding of sustainability, systems change and intergenerational equity.
• Knowledge and understanding of the water industry, policies, and regulatory environment.
• Basic experience/familiarity with strategy development, governance and performance measurement.

To view the full position description, click HERE.

Did you know?

Research shows that men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, while women and other marginalised people tend to only apply when they meet all of them. So, if you think you have what it takes, but don't necessarily tick every box, please apply or get in touch. We'd love to have a chat and see if you could be a great fit.

How to apply

Applications should include a supporting Cover Letter and Resume.

Closing date: Thursday 17th July 2025

This position is available for Yarra Valley Water employees and external applicants.

We welcome applications from everyone, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, mature age and young job seekers, members of the LGBTIQA+ community and people of all cultural backgrounds. If you need this information in an accessible format or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please call 03 9872 2542 or email [email protected]. If you need any help with the application process or would like to discuss the recruitment process, please contact us via email [email protected].

Successful applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre-employment checks, if required for the position. This may also include a Police Check or AusCheck, where an offer will be subject to a satisfactory outcome of these checks.