Advertised Vacancy Number DOE937366
The Department of Education is responsible for the delivery of quality public education in Western Australia. The Department has a supporting role for all students in Western Australia. The Department is accountable for regulating and funding Catholic and Independent schools, ensuring both recognition and respect for the independence of these schools. The CEO is accountable for kindergarten to year 12 curriculum, assessment, standards and reporting for all Western Australian schools.
This is a fixed term position for up to 5 years with a competitive remuneration package, including a salary of $310,540 per annum, plus superannuation and a fully maintained motor vehicle.
This position is an exceptional opportunity to drive excellence and reform across our business services for the public education system in Western Australia.
Job Description
Reporting directly to the Director General of Education, you will be a senior member of the Corporate Executive team and a key contributor to the Department’s strategic directions. Your key responsibilities will be to ensure sound corporate governance and compliance with relevant legislation.
You will lead system-wide reform and improvement and support the Director General in negotiating resources and contracts with State and Federal Governments in relation to the delivery of education services. Strong communication and interpersonal skills will be key to these negotiations and to meaningful engagement with a range of school, community, and external stakeholders.
In addition, you will:
- lead the overall direction, coordination and monitoring of operating and capital budgets
- lead and develop strategies to ensure the Government’s financial management and accountability agenda is implemented
- lead the provision of strategic financial and resourcing advice to support the Department and Government’s key reform agenda and commitments in education.
We are seeking a progressive leader, and applicants with extensive experience in financial and business services at a senior organisational level are encouraged to apply.
Selection Criteria
The role of the Deputy Director General, Education Business Services is critical to organisational and system-wide performance. The selection process includes assessing applicants against the following the expected behaviours and desirable criteria in the context of the requirements of this position.
Further details of the expected behaviours and mindsets for this position, which is at the Executive Leader context, can be found on the Public Sector Commission’s website.
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 Jim Bell, Deputy Director General on 0481 035 690 or email Jim.Bell@education.wa.edu.au
For more information about the selection process, please contact Jenny Ethell at Future Leadership on 0417 975 691 or jenny.ethell@futureleadership.com.au
Application Instructions
To apply for this position, you are required to submit:
- a current Curriculum Vitae (CV) detailing your experience, skills and achievements relevant to the position and including the details of 2 referees
- a brief statement (maximum 2 pages) demonstrating your capabilities for the position.
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.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday 6 December 2024.
