Please be advised that the closing date for this advertisement has now been extended to Monday, 16 September 2024
Advertised Vacancy Number DOE907946
This is a 5 year fixed term, full-time position commencing ASAP
About the Branch
Education Business Services group is the key provider of professional business services and support for Western Australian public schools, statutory boards and divisions of the Department. These highly valued services are delivered through the areas of finance, information and communication technologies (ICT), and infrastructure.
The services we provide set a strong and reliable supporting foundation for the Department. We understand our critical role in helping our customers to focus on their core business to enable better outcomes for our students.
About the Role
As the Director ICT Governance and Planning, you will support, lead and oversee initiatives and projects of strategic significance to achieve Department outcomes, while actively promoting cyber security awareness within the Directorate and to key stakeholders.
You will develop, maintain and improve appropriate and efficient governance standards and processes, and apply that to the delivery of all ICT services and activities across the Department. It is the responsibility of this position to oversee and direct ICT related programs and projects through the PMO, and to manage contracts and contractors to deliver Department outcomes.
To be successful in this role you will have an in depth understanding of large and diverse ICT environments, and be experienced in managing complex ICT resources, financial reporting, leading key projects and program delivery.
Further Job Related Information
Full details of the role, including selection criteria and eligibility and training requirements, are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more in depth information on the role, please contact David Dans, Chief Information Officer, on 08 9264 4301 or David.Dans@education.wa.edu.au.
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Building Leadership Impact
We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people. For more information, please visit Building Leadership Impact.
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please complete the online application form and attach the following:
- A statement of up to 4 pages addressing the following criteria (with demonstrated examples) in the context of the role and business needs of the branch (as outlined in the attached JDF)
- Demonstrates in depth understanding of ICT environments at scale.
- Manages complex ICT resources across large diverse deployment footprint.
- Demonstrates sound understanding of complex ICT project and program delivery.
- Achieves Results.
- Builds Productive Relationships.
- A CV of up to 5 pages outlining your relevant employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.
Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experiences in relation to the remaining selection criteria assessed in the further stages of the recruitment process.
Please refer to the attached for further information on how to apply. It is recommended you consider all information contained in the advertisement any other related information before applying for the vacancy.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, or if you do not receive a confirmation email once submitted, please contact the Executive Recruitment Team on 08 9264 8317.
Subsequent Appointments
Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 16 September 2024.
