Tony Ball

A highly effective Community Services Manager/ Executive with a commitment to the planning, development and management of community services. Extensive understanding of local government and staff resource management to achieve effective outcomes. A strong track record in policy development and implementation, and project planning and delivery. Positive record of significant outcomes in consultation and stakeholder management. A solid communicator with proven relationship building capacity and problem solving skills. An efficient team player with a friendly and outgoing nature. Providing service development, leadership and management support to Local Government and the Community Services sector. Competencies: Coaching and Mentoring Ability to lead and motivate staff and foster teamwork. Effective listening and communication skills. High level of problem solving skills, capable of lateral thinking and implementation of innovative solutions. Strong commitment to consultation with stakeholders in all aspects of service development and delivery. Sound financial management skills. Demonstrated project management skills. Ability to monitor and evaluate programs and services. Strong sense of ethics and integrity. Over 25 years experience in the community and local government sector.