The shift to One Greater Dandenong has begun with implementation activities underway, and a planned go-live date on Monday 20 October 2025.
Moving from the foundational Reshaping Greater Dandenong to providing a more integrated, customer centric service as One Greater Dandenong, the re-alignment of our organisation is designed to achieve four key outcomes:
- Strengthening collaboration across teams
- Clarifying roles and accountability
- Better connecting strategy, service delivery and digital innovation
- Sustainable use of resources.
It will also help us all deliver on the new Council Plan and related strategies.
Whether or not you are directly impacted by the changes, while we go through the implementation process, it’s business as usual. Keep doing the amazing work you do to support our community and each other, while we put in place the necessary actions to accomplish a smooth implementation.
What does the new structure look like?
Thank you to all those who provided feedback regarding the proposed structure. It was mature, constructive, thoughtful and caring.
After a great deal of discussion and lots of consideration given to the suggestions by staff, we have landed on a final structure.
The organisational structure for all directorates and portfolios is provided below, together with a summary of the feedback.
Final Realignment September 2025 - 129.3KB
Summary of Feedback August 2025 - 160.4KB
For those directly impacted
A summary of both impacted and new positions can be found below.
Confirmed Change Impacts on Positions September 2025 - 119.4KB
Updated position descriptions will be provided to impacted staff to discuss with their direct reports. Refer to the key dates for more detailed timeframes on this process.
These changes are the only changes that will be reflected in updated position descriptions. Any additional changes to roles and responsibilities will need be addressed through the personal development plan (PDP) process or with people leaders. This PDP process will resume in the new year and led by our Chief People Officer.
Implementation Group
An implementation group headed by Yuri Guzman and lead by Maria Lara will be guiding us through the implementation process.
The group has reps from across the organisation - Finance, Records, Governance, Communications, People and Procurement, Governance, City Futures, Community Strengthening and Digital Technology.
- Yuri Guzman – Chief Information Officer (Project Sponsor)
- Maria Lara – Special Projects Coordinator (Project Lead)
- Belinda Ayres – People and Change Lead
- Renee Peake – Organisational Develop Consultant (Payroll and Projects)
- Chanmali Tregambe – Senior Communications Advisor (Internal)
- Kirsten Geri – Manager Financial Services (Finance)
- April Seymour – Senior Governance Officer (Governance, Legal, Risk)
- Calum Russel – Desktop Services Coordinator (Digital Technology)
- Kim Jacquelin – Network Security Administrator (Digital Technology)
- Janine Patience – Records Management Coordinator
- Esther Antos – Team Leader Planning Support (Statutory Planning)
- Olivia Robertson – Department Planning Support Officer (City Futures)
- Van Huynh – Department Support and Project Officer
How can I provide my feedback?
We will keep the conversation going while the new structure is put in place, with an opportunity to ask questions and/or provide feedback via:
- Send an email to: onegreaterdandenongreview@cgd.vic.gov.au
- Reach out to your representative on the Implementation Group
Maria Lara will also be attending leadership meetings to provide information on the implementation process and receive feedback on the roll-out.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the new structure commence?
The new structure is now in place.
My role has changed. When will I get a new PD?
All updated PDs are with impacted staff members.
When will the updated Organisation Structure be available with names/titles/pictures?
The updated Organisation Chart is live. Please advise any changes.
Will I receive a response to the feedback I gave on the implementation process?
Everyone should have received an individual response to their feedback. Please email onegreaterdandenongreview@cgd.vic.gov.au if you haven't.
Are desk and office rearrangements being considered?
Office rearrangements are not under consideration during the current phase of implementation. Any potential relocation will require careful planning and consultation, which will be addressed in the new year.
What support is available to me?
We encourage you to access Council’s confidential and free Employee Assistance Program to discuss any concerns or feelings you may have about the proposed changes. An appointment can be made by contacting Converge International on 1300 687 327.
What do I need to now?
Talk to your direct report or contact the implementation team if you have any feedback or suggestion
When will the new positions be advertised?
Here are the confirmed details and advertisement dates for the new positions:
- Manager City Development and Acting Manager CX to be announced.
- Permanent Manager CX role is currently advertised by McArther
Will acting arrangements be considered for roles that have not been finalised prior to the commencement date?
Acting arrangements will take place on a case-by-case basis.