Class 2 $215,005 pa, PS CSA Agreement 2024
Position Number: DPC24073
Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time
Closing Date: 2025-07-24 4:00 PM
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There is currently one 5-year SES position available for immediate filling
About Us
The Department of the Premier and Cabinet supports the Premier as head of the Western Australian Government. The Department is a central agency that leads the public sector in providing advice and support to the Premier and Cabinet in their service of the Western Australian Community. We foster a workplace culture based on our core values, Leadership, Connection and Impact. For more information about the Department, please visit our website.
The Office of Digital Government (DGov) is one of six (6) divisions that makes up the Department of Premier and Cabinet. DGov is responsible for leading the digital transformation of the WA public sector to support agencies in improving service delivery to the community. Ensuring that information and data collected, stored and shared by the WA Government is protected and used to improve outcomes for the community is a crucial element of what we do.
The Data Unit sits within DGov and is a multidisciplinary team tasked with improving how the public sector uses data to enable better decisions and policy. We work with a broad range of agencies and tackle some of the State’s most complex social, health, environmental and economic issues. This work underpins better strategy, operations and service delivery for the WA public sector.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced leader to step into the role of Chief Data Officer (CDO). The CDO is responsible for delivering improved data capabilities, fostering a culture of responsible information sharing within the WA public sector and executing statutory functions as specified in section 200(1) of the Privacy and Responsible Information Sharing Act 2024 (PRIS).
As a member of DGov’s Senior Executive Service, the CDO supports Western Australia’s digital transformation working in partnership with senior leaders across government, industry, and other jurisdictions.
Key responsibilities of this role include (but are not limited to):
- Champion, advocate and build capability for a whole of government culture of best practice in the linkage, use and management of data, artificial intelligence (AI), and responsible information sharing.
- Execute the statutory functions outlined in the PRIS Act, including the development of policies and guidance for information sharing across the WA public sector and externally.
- Create data products and data catalogues that allow for safe and reliable accessibility of data that support the needs of government.
- Lead whole of government data linkage reforms to ensure that sensitive data is shared securely to inform policy and service design.
- Represents the Department and its interests at committees, working groups, and other forums within the State and at national levels as appropriate.
- Drive innovation, initiatives and partnerships aligned with the Digital Strategy for the Western Australian Government 2021-2025 and other government priorities.
If you want to contribute to work that has long-lasting impacts across the WA public sector, then we want to hear from you!
For further job related information:
For further information, please refer to the attached Job Description Form (JDF) or contact DGov Admin at dgov-administrator@dpc.wa.gov.au (not to be contacted for assistance with lodging your application).
Applicants are required to submit:
- A current and detailed résumé/curriculum vitae outlining your current and previous achievements; and
- A written application demonstrating how you meet the Work Related Capabilities (Selection Criteria) in the context of the Key Functions of the Role as detailed in the attached JDF in no more than 2 pages.
Eligibility:
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) at the time of application.
Equity and Diversity
The Department of the Premier and Cabinet is committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. As a measure to achieve equality and support, section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) will apply to this position. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Suitable applicants will be required to provide:
- Proof of identity 100-point check.
- A satisfactory National Police Certificate issued by the Western Australian Police Force that is less than two months from the date of issue.
How to Apply:
Click ‘Apply for Job' at the bottom of this advertisement to submit your application.
If you experience technical difficulties applying online, please contact the RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056, in the first instance. For information about the process you can contact People Services at peopleservices@dpc.wa.gov.au.
Applications are to be received no later than 4:00 pm, Thursday 24 July 2025.
Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application as late and incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Subsequent vacancies:
Applicants who are found suitable in this process, may be considered for similar vacancies that arise within the department, in accordance with the relevant Commissioner’s Instructions.
