Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar Jobs12 Month ContractParramatta LocationAbout Our ClientA values-driven organisation within the education sector, currently undertaking a significant period of transformation and strategic change. This newly created 12-month opportunity offers the chance to work closely with senior leaders on enterprise-wide strategy initiatives while enjoying a flexible hybrid working model (50% office / 50% work from home), a 70-hour fortnight, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on organisational planning, performance, and workforce priorities.Job DescriptionThis is not a traditional reporting or data analyst role. While performance reporting and analytics form part of the remit, the primary focus is on organisational strategy, strategic planning, business transformation, and stakeholder engagement. We are seeking someone who understands how strategy is developed, translated into action, and embedded across a complex organisation.Reporting to the Head of Enterprise Strategy, who works part-time, the successful candidate will need to be highly proactive, self-directed, and comfortable operating with minimal supervision. This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys getting into the thick of complex organisational challenges, navigating ambiguity, and influencing outcomes through strong stakeholder engagement.The Strategy Analyst is accountable for:Supporting the coordination and administration of strategic and annual planning activities, including governance processes, schedules, planning artefacts, registers and documentationSupporting the development and execution of organisational strategy across the businessPreparing and maintaining Balanced Scorecards, dashboards, KPI tracking and performance reporting materialsAnalysing organisational performance data, reporting metrics and external insights to identify trends, risks and opportunitiesConducting environmental scanning, benchmarking and research activities to support strategic planning and decision-makingPreparing strategic insight papers, executive briefings, presentations and reporting materials for senior leadersDeveloping planning and reporting tools, templates and visual resources to improve organisational reporting capability and consistencyMonitoring emerging trends, risks and best practice approaches to support continuous improvementBuilding strong relationships with stakeholders across Legal, Governance & Risk, Finance, Business Optimisation and broader organisational functionsSupporting reporting governance, documentation management, quality assurance processes and the ongoing maintenance of planning frameworksContributing to strategic initiatives arising from organisational transformation and business improvement programsThe Successful ApplicantThis role requires someone who can actively contribute to organisational direction, strategic planning and transformation, not simply report on performance metrics.The successful candidate will be comfortable operating in ambiguity, building credibility with senior stakeholders, and translating strategic priorities into practical actions and measurable outcomes. They will be naturally proactive, capable of working autonomously, and confident engaging across multiple business functions.To be successful in this role, you will bring:Demonstrated experience developing, shaping, implementing or supporting organisational strategyExperience working within complex organisations across human services, healthcare, education, community services, government or not-for-profit sectorsStrong strategic thinking, planning and problem-solving capabilityExcellent stakeholder management and influencing skillsExperience preparing executive reports, strategic papers, briefing documents and board-level materialsStrong communication and relationship-building skillsThe ability to work independently, take initiative and progress work with limited directionExperience navigating organisational change, transformation or restructuring environmentsTechnical SkillsStrategic planning and performance management frameworksKPI development, scorecards and reportingPerformance analytics and dashboard reportingGoogle Workspace / G SuiteSAP reporting experience highly desirableHighly RegardedEducation sector experienceExperience working through organisational transformation, restructure or business change programsExposure to governance, risk, legal or business optimisation functionsExperience supporting enterprise-wide planning and reporting activitiesMandatory RequirementsCurrent Paid Employee Working With Children Check (WWCC)Valid Australian working rightsProfessional reference checksWhat's on OfferWhat's on Offer?12-month ContractFull-time position working a 70-hour fortnightHybrid working model (50% office / 50% WFH)Newly created role with genuine strategic influenceOpportunity to support a major organisational transformation programImmediate commencement availableIf you are an experienced strategy professional who enjoys working at both a strategic and operational level and wants to help shape the future direction of a large, purpose-led organisation, we encourage you to apply. This is a rare opportunity to influence enterprise strategy and contribute to meaningful organisational change within one of the largest education providers in New South Wales.ContactCarina HosieQuote job refJN-102026-7136287Phone number0416092642Job summaryFunctionHuman ResourcesSpecialisationOrganisational DevelopmentIndustryPublic SectorLocationNorth ParramattaJob TypeTemporaryConsultant nameCarina HosieConsultant phone0416092642Job ReferenceJN-102026-7136287
