About the role

As the Strategy & Evaluation Business Partner, you’ll lead the design and implementation of evaluation frameworks, provide advice on strategy development, and collaborate across departments to embed strategic thinking into everyday practice. You’ll prepare high-quality reports and presentations that inform decision-making and demonstrate impact.

This role sits within the Organisational Strategy team and contributes to building a more effective, responsive and future-focused organisation, supporting the development and evaluation of plans and policies that reflect community needs and deliver on Council’s objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Provide advice and support on strategy development to ensure alignment with legislative requirements, community needs, and Council’s objectives.

Develop and implement evaluation frameworks and methodologies to assess the effectiveness of strategies and support continuous improvement.

Prepare high-quality reports, briefings, and presentations to communicate strategic insights to internal and external stakeholders.

Collaborate across departments to embed strategic planning and evaluation practices into daily operations and foster a culture of strategic alignment.

Monitor and evaluate the performance of strategies to inform decision-making and improve organisational outcomes.

Details and benefits of the role

This is a full-time permanent band 6 role with a salary range between $95,565 and $104,167 per annum, plus superannuation.

Support work-life balance with your choice of monthly or fortnightly rostered day off.

Hybrid working arrangements.

20 weeks paid primary caregiver leave (6 weeks for secondary caregivers) plus other generous leave options such as family planning and menstrual and menopause leave.

Experience and skills we’re looking for

Tertiary qualification in public policy, economics, evaluation, strategy or a related field

Proven experience in strategic planning and/or evaluation, ideally in a public sector or local government context

Strong knowledge of performance measurement frameworks, data analysis and evaluation methodologies

Collaborative approach and ability to influence change across teams

If you have some but not all these skills or experience, we still encourage you to apply — especially if you bring the right mindset and a willingness to learn.

How to apply

Please ensure you submit your application via our jobs portal by clicking ‘Apply’. Include a resume and cover letter with your application. In your cover letter, tell us about your experience, skills, and why you would like to work with us here at Yarra Ranges Council.

Applications close 11.59pm, Friday 15th August 2025.

Contact person: Jess Thomas, Executive Officer Organisational Performance, 03 9294 6324.

If you need support with your application or have accessibility needs, please call the contact person above or email us at [email protected].

Applicants who progress past the interview stage must complete pre-employment checks. These checks will include a Police Check.

About Yarra Ranges Council

Yarra Ranges Council committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is welcome. We encourage people of all genders, cultures, backgrounds, and abilities to apply for jobs with us. We support flexible work arrangements, including full-time, part-time, hybrid, and job-sharing options to meet your needs and suit your life.

Yarra Ranges Council is a child safe organisation and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people in our community. We are committed to protecting children from abuse in accordance with the Victorian Child Safe Standards.