PLEASE NOTE: AS OF 15 NOVEMBER 2021 THERE HAS BEEN AN AMENDMENT TO THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS VACANCY
Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE706593
This is a permanent full-time position commencing ASAP
The Western Australian public school system is a major contributor to the State’s prosperity and growth as a fair society promoting the wellbeing and participation of all its citizens. In the WA Department of Education, our strategic directions focus on every student, every classroom, every day with aspiration to provide every student with a pathway to a successful future.
The ICT Architecture and Systems Analysis branch contributes to our strategic directions by providing effective governance and support for the delivery of innovative and secure digital capability. Through the service streams of Enterprise Architecture, Solution Architecture and Business System Analysis, we help build, maintain and apply a holistic view of the Department's information technology strategy, processes, information security and ICT architecture in information systems and technology. We help ensure that ICT strategy and design are aligned with, and responsive to, the mission, strategy and processes of the Department.
We are currently seeking a high calibre professional to join our branch as an Enterprise Architect. You will:
- Contribute to digital innovations considering technology limitations
- Develop and maintain enterprise architecture repository
- Produce enterprise architecture direction papers to lead technology changes
- Manage the ICT architecture review and advisory process
- Provide enterprise architecture guidance to digital initiatives for strategic alignment
The successful applicant ideally will have experience across multiple ICT areas, be proficient in the development and management of enterprise architecture repository to meet current and future business requirements such as architecture to include technology, governance and methodology elements. You will also be knowledgeable in reviewing, publishing and communicating agreed enterprise and solution architecture. You will possess the ability to research and analyse, in consultation with identified stakeholders, to develop and implement appropriate policies, frameworks, practices and standards for architecture and related services.
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:
- Well-developed leadership and planning skills, with the ability to manage and respond effectively to business priorities.
- Substantial knowledge of and experience in providing strategic information technology consulting services within a large corporate or government environment.
- High-level knowledge and substantial experience to influence the development of ICT strategy, standards, practices and innovation.
- High-level knowledge and substantial experience related to technology and systems development and architecture in a complex enterprise computing environment.
- High-level knowledge and substantial experience in the identification, assessment and management of ICT security and risk factors and technology architecture relevant to the Department’s business.
- Comprehensive understanding of the interaction of all technical components in complex business and technical systems with the ability to translate understanding into design, operational and governance recommendations.
- Highly developed conceptual, analytical and evaluation skills with the ability to provide high-level advice on complex issues, solve complex problems and implement business improvements.
- Highly developed verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective stakeholder relationships to achieve a strong customer focus in the delivery of outputs.
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 branch 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 Michael Cheung, Manager - ICT Architecture & Analysis by telephoning (08) 9264 5758 or emailing Michael.Cheung@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 maximum of one (1) page statement addressing the selection criteria 4 and 5, in context of the role and business needs of the branch
- A CV outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- The contact details for two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably 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
- hold a tertiary qualification in an information technology/management or related discipline or equivalent extensive experience
- hold one or more recognised qualifications in Information Architecture, Security and/or Change Management or equivalent extensive experience
- 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 Monday, 29 November 2021
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED