An attractive remuneration package will be negotiated.
Position Number: DPC18025
Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time
Closing Date: 2018-08-10 4:00 PM
Attachments: - application form dpc.docx
- dpc18025 - government chief information officer - jdf.pdf
- information and guidelines for applicants.pdf
- introduction.pdf
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The Government of Western Australia is seeking a high calibre leader for the Office of Digital Government, based in the Department of the Premier and Cabinet.
The position has whole-of-government responsibility for driving Government’s digital transformation: promoting digital service delivery, fostering data analytics and data sharing, increasing cybersecurity standards and encouraging smarter information technology procurement practices.
The successful candidate will be an effective leader with excellent communication skills, experience in managing change and with a strong customer service focus.
The Office of Digital Government, led by the Government Chief Information Officer and based in the Department of the Premier and Cabinet, will leverage its central agency role to drive whole-of-government digital reform including:
- delivery of online services to the Western Australia community;
- implementing higher cybersecurity standards across Government;
- developing policy and strategy to support a culture of data sharing;
- building data analytics capacity within the WA public sector to underpin good policy development and better targeted service delivery; and
- supporting the implementation of information technology procurement reforms across the sector.
The Government Chief Information Officer will work closely with the Minister for Innovation and ICT and Chief Executive Officers to drive innovation with the aim to deliver better and more efficient Government services to the people of Western Australia.
This position is available for immediate filling on a fixed term contract basis for a period up to five years.
For Further Job Related Information:
For further information regarding this position, please refer to the attached Job Description Form (JDF) or contact Mr Malcolm Bradshaw, Deputy Director General, on (08) 6552 5877 or email malcolm.bradshaw@dpc.wa.gov.au (not to be contacted for assistance with lodging your application).
Applicants are required to submit:
- An Application for Advertised Vacancy Form (for hard copy applications only);
- A current and detailed resume/curriculum vitae; and
- A written application in no more than three (3) pages demonstrating how you are able to perform the role and undertake the responsibilities of the position.
Appointment is subject to:
- Proof of 100-point identity check (details will be advised after selection).
- A satisfactory National Police Certificate issued by the Western Australian Police.
- A satisfactory Negative Vetting 1 Clearance Assessment (details will be provided upon appointment).
Substantive Equality:
The Department of the Premier and Cabinet is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and encourage applications from a diverse field, including Indigenous Australians, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, youth, and people with disability which is supported by our Workforce and Diversity Plan.
How to Apply:
Please note that online applications are preferred.
Click the ‘Apply for Job' button at either the top or bottom of this advertisement to submit your application.
If you experience any difficulties with submitting your application or downloading the attachments in this advertisement, please contact Human Resource Services on (08) 6552 6153.
Alternatively, applications can be submitted by:
Email: hrrecruitment@dpc.wa.gov.au
Mail:
Human Resource Officer
Human Resource Services Branch
Department of the Premier and Cabinet
Locked Bag 3001
WEST PERTH WA 6872
Applicants are requested to send applications clearly marked
"Private and Confidential - Advertised Vacancy" quoting "AV2093".
Applications are to be received no later than 4:00pm, Friday, 10 August 2018.
Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application as
late and pro-forma applications will not be accepted.
Subsequent vacancies:
Applicants who are found suitable, but not recommended for the vacancy, may be considered for subsequent vacancies in accordance with Part 5 (General Appointment) of the Commissioner’s Instructions No.2: Filling a Public Sector Vacancy.
