Director ICT Strategy and Governance

Salary: PSO Class 1 $187,183 p.a.
Location: East Perth
Unit/Division: Digital Health
Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time
Position No: 00014208
Closing Date: 2024-01-22 4:00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD)
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VCID 874679
Senior Executive Service (SES) Senior Leadership Role
Exciting opportunity to lead, build and shape the future of the Western Australian health system.
This opportunity is offered for a Fixed Term Full Time appointment for up to 5 years with the possibility of extension(s).
The Department of Health is responsible for the overall strategic direction, management and performance of the Western Australian (WA) public health system to ensure the delivery of high-quality, sustainable, safe and timely health services.
The WA public health system employs approximately 55,000 dedicated staff who ensure the health and wellbeing of the State’s population throughout the metropolitan, regional and remote areas of WA. The WA health system as a single health entity covers an area covering approximately 2.5 million square kilometres.
The foundations that underpin essential services to the community include supporting our workforce; robust standards for the delivery of high-quality and safe care, and optimal patient and community experience; sound financial management and clinical performance; supporting our workforce; infrastructure; and information and communications technology (ICT) delivery; and supporting and enhancing research and innovation.
WA Health is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health's Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.
Position Profile: The Director, ICT Strategy and Governance performs a leadership role by supporting the development and implementation of a long term strategy for digital aligned to the overall priorities and direction of the WA health system to achieve high quality, integrated systems that service the clinical and business needs of the WA health system.
This position is responsible for ensuring a coordinated and robust approach to the governance, planning and direction for digital and information management across the WA health system and ensuring opportunities for integration, innovation and continuous improvement are maximised.
For a confidential discussion: Please contact Lucy Cordone, Executive Director Digital Health, on (08) 9222 0800.
Application Instructions:
Applicants are advised to submit the following documents and information online (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):

• Written statement, of no more than 3 pages, demonstrating your knowledge, skills and experience relevant to the role specific responsibilities of the position and addressing the essential selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF document;
• Current curriculum vitae (CV) that clearly outlines your experience and key achievements; and
• The name and contact details of two professional referees.

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.
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.