CRVCID. 753154

This is a Permanent Full Time or Permanent Part Time appointment.

We currently have 1.0 FTE available but would consider applications for part time hours of a minimum 0.6 FTE.

Your new role

We are seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer who performs the statutory role of Chief Finance Officer in accordance with the Financial Management Act 2006 and Treasurer’s Instructions. The role provides strategic and operational advice to the Director and is responsible for ensuring effective financial management, organisational performance, compliance and continuous improvement. They lead the delivery of corporate services and governance functions for HaDSCO, including finance, human resources, information management, information technology, procurement and facilities.

About HaDSCO

We are an independent Statutory Authority providing complaint resolution services in the health, mental health and disability sectors in Western Australia and the Indian Ocean Territories. Our service covers the private, public and not-for-profit sectors and prison health services. To find out more about us, please visit our website at www.hadsco.wa.gov.au.

We are a dynamic organisation, with a focus on customer service and achieving positive outcomes from the complaint resolution process. We also have a commitment to providing an impartial, high-quality service, and we are always looking for ways to do things better.

The Office recognises, values and embraces the diversity of the Western Australian and Indian Ocean Territories communities, including differences in culture, ethnicity, religious beliefs, sexuality, gender identity, age, abilities and life experiences. The Office is committed to providing an inclusive and respectful workplace for all staff and encourages applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply for the role.

Accessibility: If you have any communication or access needs that require adjustment to allow you to participate in this recruitment process, please contact Business Services on (08) 6551 7600 or by email at mail@hadsco.wa.gov.au

Want to know more?

Correne Bartlett, Director, is happy to talk with you on 08 6551 7607. 

Employee Benefits: In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):

• 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For more information on superannuation click here. 
• Access to generous salary packaging arrangements
• Professional Development Opportunities and Study leave/assistance
• Flexible working arrangements
• Flexible leave arrangements
• Other professional and location based allowances

How to apply

You've heard from us, now we'd like to hear from you.

Submit your application online by clicking the 'Apply for Job' button at the bottom of this page. (Please note: Applicants must have a current, valid email address in order to apply online. This email address will be used for communication with applicants).

Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 2-3 pages and provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements. These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.

Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).

Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form.

Other Conditions: Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, applicants found suitable for this position may be considered for other ‘similar’ vacancies within the Health and Disability Services Complaints Office and/or the wider public sector. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted. 

LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.