Performance, Innovation and AI Lead (Internal Applicants Only)

Please note, we will only be accepting applications from current Nillumbik Shire Council employees.

• Band 8 salary range of between $128,750.93 and $144,026.84 per annum plus 12% super and annual leave loading.
• Permanent full time Position
• Access to monthly RDOs

About the role:

In the newly created position of Performance, Innovation and AI Lead, you will be responsible for providing strategic leadership and organisational oversight of Council's corporate performance, business intelligence, innovation, organisational improvement, emerging technologies and Artificial Intelligence initiatives.

Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, this position leads Council's Performance, Innovation and AI function and is accountable for the strategic direction, governance and delivery of performance reporting, innovation programs, continuous improvement initiatives and AI implementation across the organisation.

A typical day might include:

• Leading innovation, continuous improvement and organisation transformation initiatives that enhance service delivery, customer outcome and organisational effectiveness
• Lead the development and implementation of Council's organisation-wide Artificial Intelligence (AI) strategy and implementation program
• Drive the responsible adoption of Artificial Intelligence, automation and emerging technologies to improve productivity, efficiency and organisational capability
• Strengthening organisational capability in business intelligence, performance measurement, innovation and the effective use of contemporary technologies
• Leading Council's corporate performance, planning and reporting framework to support organisational accountability, transparency and evidence-based decision making
• Building a high-performing, accountable and data-informed organisational culture
• Ensuring organisational performance, innovation and AI initiatives are supported by appropriate governance, risk management, compliance and benefits realisation frameworks
• Providing strategic advice to the Chief Financial Officer, Executive Leadership Team and Council on organisational performance, innovation, productivity, emerging technologies and improvement opportunities
• Leading and developing a specialist team responsible for corporate performance, customer insights, business intelligence, innovation and continuous improvement activities.

What you will bring to the role:

• A tertiary qualification in Business, Management, Public Administration, Data Analytics, Information Technology, Organisational Development, Commerce or a related discipline
• Postgraduate qualifications or specialist qualifications in innovation, business improvement, digital transformation, strategy or leadership (desirable)
• Extensive experience in corporate performance, organisational development, strategy, transformation, innovation or business improvement
• Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary initiatives across large and complex organisations
• Proven experience influencing senior executives and organisational leaders.
• Experience developing and implementing performance frameworks and business intelligence solutions
• Advanced knowledge of corporate planning, performance management and organisational reporting
• Demonstrated knowledge of Artificial Intelligence governance, adoption frameworks, change management principles and benefits realisation methodologies.
• Understanding of the lifecycle requirements associated with digital, automation and AI solutions, including implementation, operationalisation, adoption, monitoring and continuous improvement.

How to Apply:

• To discover more about the role and responsibilities of this position, download and review the Position Description
• Attach your Resume and Cover Letter to your application and use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to answer the Key Selection Criteria questions
• If you require reasonable adjustment at any point throughout the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting the listed Hiring Manager.

If you would like to learn more about this opportunity or have any questions, please contact Daniel Tarquinio, Acting Chief Financial Officer on Daniel.Tarquinio@nillumbik.vic.gov.au

Applications close: 10pm (AEDT), Friday, 16 October 2026

Nillumbik Shire Council is committed to creating a fair, equitable and inclusive community. We value diversity in our community and support the rights of all people regardless of age, gender, ability or background. Apply now!