Deputy Director General - Strategy And Governance

PSCA, Non-CEO Special Division Band 3, $242,165 p.a. plus 11% SuperannuationFIXED-TERM, FULL-TIME - 5 YEARSAPPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT
MIDDAY ON THURSDAY, 18 APRIL 2024

• Suitable for senior-level executives from the public or private sector.
• Opportunity to join the Corporate Executive team and shape the future of this key WA Government agency.

The OrganisationThe Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA) works to conserve Western Australia’s biodiversity, cultural and natural values. The agency also provides world-recognised nature-based tourism and recreation experiences for the community.Our agile and diverse workforce delivers services consistent with DBCA’s strategic priorities, including partnering with Traditional Owners, stakeholders, industry and other agencies.DBCA’s business units include Biodiversity and Conservation Science, Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority, Parks and Wildlife Service, Rottnest Island Authority, Strategy and Governance, and the Zoological Parks Authority. DBCA also supports the work of the Conservation and Parks Commission and the Swan River Trust.The OpportunityWe’re looking for a senior executive with proven leadership skills to work closely with the Director General in reshaping our business to exceed State Government and stakeholder expectations.This is a new, transformational leadership position – for the agency and your career.It is not a narrowly defined corporate role.The Deputy Director General - Strategy and Governance is the agency’s crucial point of interaction between strategic long-term vision and real-time operational excellence.As a key member of our new Corporate Leadership Team, you will guide DBCA’s strategic planning and stakeholder relationships to achieve high-impact outcomes. One of your key responsibilities will be strengthening strategic initiatives around sustainable tourism attractions, flora and fauna conservation, biodiversity restoration and assets managed by DBCA.Your evidence-based insights and contemporary management skills will add value to the breadth of the department’s public-facing services. You will also oversee key internal functions including policy and legislation development, governance, integrity, risk and assurance, organisational reform, data management and corporate and legal services.Dimensions of the Role

• Responsible for a Department-wide reform program addressing fundamental and significant issues and gaps identified through a range of external reviews and a commitment to build a new strategic plan.
• Providing advice regularly to the Director General and Ministers on key issues.
• Management of relationships with key external Public Sector stakeholders, including the Office of Auditor General, Corruption and Crime Commission, Public Sector Commission, and WA Police Force.
• Cultivating strategic relationships with key stakeholders from the private sector and not-for-profit sector,
• Reports to the Director General and operates with a high degree of autonomy and deputises for the Director General when required.

DBCA has adopted , which provides a common understanding of the mindsets and expected behaviours required of all employees in the public sector. The leadership context for this role is .Your experience

• This role would be suited to applicants from either the public or private sector, and applications from individuals seeking the next step in their career and looking to fulfil a role that will truly make a difference to the community of Western Australia would be welcomed.
• You will need to demonstrate experience in leading the development and implementation of whole of agency policies at a corporate executive level, including the ability to manage stakeholder relationships that support organisational outcomes and drive change in a diverse corporate and business services environment.

The attached Job Description and Applicant Information Pack provides more information about the position. For further job-related information, please contact Ms Belinda Fox, Senior Human Resources Consultant, Integrity Southside on 0439 499 357 or via email at . For further information about the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions, please visit .Application InstructionsIf you believe you have what it takes to succeed in this opportunity, please apply online by clicking the “Apply for the job” button and provide the following in Word or PDF format:

• A cover letter that details your experience relevant to this opportunity.
• A comprehensive Curriculum Vitae.
• Contact details for two (2) referees – one preferred to be your current supervisor.

Note: The successful applicant will be required to possess or obtain a current (issue date not older than six months) and satisfactory National Police Check, and manageable conflict of interests declaration and action plan prior to commencement.Eligibility: To be eligible for an appointment to this position, it is essential to have Australian citizenship, New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency status.No late or proforma applications will be accepted.A search for additional applicants may be conducted for this position where necessary in order to provide a more diverse and/or competitive field.Substantive Equality StatementDBCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Indigenous Australians, young people, people with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and women to apply for positions within our agency. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace. The Department also promotes flexible working arrangements.Applicants with a disability who require adjustments in the recruitment process can contact the Senior Recruitment Officer on (08) 9219 9879 or . Do not send job applications to this email; they will not be accepted.Similar appointments may be made from this process in locations throughout Western Australia within 12 months to positions that may be permanent or contract, including contract appointments with the possibility of subsequent permanency.