- Lead a portfolio that shapes community wellbeing.
- Contribute at the executive level to strategic direction.
- Partner with Councillors and the community to deliver strong outcomes.
Horsham Rural City Council serves a dynamic regional city of approximately 20,000 residents and a broader catchment of more than 60,000 people across the Wimmera. As a proud agricultural and manufacturing centre with deep ties to the grain, pulse and wool industries, Horsham plays a vital role in Australia’s food security and regional economy. The municipality is now entering a significant period of economic transition, with renewable energy developments and critical mineral projects shaping its future. With a new Chief Executive Officer, Council is positioning itself to lead this change, ensuring growth is inclusive, well-planned and delivers long-term benefits for the community. With a strong focus on partnership, innovation and service excellence, Horsham Rural City Council offers an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a forward-looking organisation committed to supporting its community through growth and transformation.
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Director Community Liveability will lead a diverse and vibrant portfolio that underpins community wellbeing, cultural enrichment and statutory service delivery across the municipality and beyond, ensuring services are high-quality, accessible and professionally managed. As a member of the Executive Management Team, the Director will provide strategic advice and support to the Chief Executive Officer and Council, contribute to the organisation’s long-term direction and participate in corporate governance and Council processes. Working closely with Councillors, the community and external partners, the role will lead and advocate for services that exceed community needs and expectations.
To be successful in this role, you are an experienced and contemporary leader with a strong background in a community focused environment. You have a proven track record in leading teams and managing diverse services and programs, underpinned by strong capability in strategic planning, policy development and project management. You have outstanding stakeholder engagement capability with highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, exceptional emotional intelligence and a demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective relationships with Councillors, stakeholders and the broader community.
To apply, please click ‘apply now’ and upload your CV and Cover Letter. For any questions not outlined in the PD and for a confidential discussion, please contact Vanessa Huxley on 0417 708 112 or Alannah O’Carroll on 0426 691 205.
Davidson acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work and live. We are also committed to equal opportunity and strive to promote diversity, inclusion, belonging, flexibility, and accessibility in all that we do.
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Applications close on Friday 20 March 2026.
