Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE666909
This is a six (6) month fixed term, full-time position commencing ASAP with possible twelve (12) month extension
The Professional Standards and Conduct Division is seeking a dedicated and motivated individual for the newly-created role of Manager - Risk, Business Resilience and Governance.
The Role:
Applicants with diverse professional experiences are encouraged to apply. You will need to demonstrate that you are a critical thinker, an agile leader, creative problem solver and are an engaging communicator.
As the Manager, you will lead and direct strategic planning, implement and evaluate the Department’s risk and governance frameworks, develop best practice business continuity management and governance frameworks, and gather and analysing business intelligence. You will also lead the communication and rollout of a risk management system across the Department.
This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our Division for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements:
- High-level knowledge of and experience in driving the development of risk management, business resilience and corporate governance strategy, standards, practices and innovation.
- Implements and manages strategy
- Achieves results
- Builds productive relationships
- Exemplifies personal integrity and self-awareness
- Communicates and influences effectively
Further information about this position can be found in the attached job description form (JDF).
Applications will be assessed against the selection criteria of the position. The business needs of the directorate may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.
The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
For further job related information:
Please contact Tamara Findlay, A/Director, Internal Audit and Assurance, by telephoning (08) 9264 4028 or emailing Tamara.Findlay@education.wa.edu.au
Application Instructions
All applications are submitted online. Select “Apply for Job”, at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.
Your application should include:
- A two (2) page statement addressing the selection criteria in the context of the advert and key responsibilities. You do not need to address each selection criteria individually.
- CV of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional experience relevant to this position
- The contact details for two (2) work related referees (one being your current line manager)
It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting “Apply for Job”.
You are asked to complete an online application form and attach your documentation, please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.
After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone (08) 9264 4127.
If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.
ELIGIBILITY AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
Employees will be required to:
- provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy
- obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment
- complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement
- complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy
- complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Thursday, 28 January 2021
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED