AddressExecutive Group Manager, Planning Design and Digital
Full-time Executive
Closes: 12 March 2024
Classification: Executive Level 2.2
Position No: E1290
Directorate: Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development
Advertised (Gazettal date): 16 February 2024
Contact Officer: Helen Innes or Karina Duffey on admin@execintell.com.au or (02) 6232 2200
Details: The Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development Directorate (CMTEDD) within the ACT Government provides strategic advice and support to the Chief Minister, directorate Ministers and Cabinet on policy, economic and financial matters, service delivery, whole of government issues and intergovernmental relations.
The Digital, Data and Technology Solutions Group (DDTS), led by the Chief Digital Officer, has responsibility to drive the ACT's digital and data agenda and lead the whole of government strategic direction for technology, investment and cyber security. The group also provides advice and support for whole of government ICT, including for ACT Government schools and the Canberra Institute of Technology. DDTS has a diverse workforce across many functions and sites and a key emphasis is placed on fostering an inclusive culture, with the Executive Team setting an example by exhibiting behaviours that contribute to the goal of ensuring that all employees are respected, valued, and actively involved.
As Executive Group Manager, Planning, Design and Digital you will report directly to the Chief Digital Officer and will play a pivotal role in shaping the future strategy and direction of technology and data in the ACT. You will provide effective leadership, governance, and management to ensure the planning and delivery of robust systems that contribute to government and community outcomes. You will lead and influence change within the group and across government and contribute to the overall management, motivation and leadership of staff to ensure they are enabled to contribute to the required outcomes and that their business units' objectives and priorities are achieved. You will oversee a relatively new division comprising 60 personnel across two branches, with plans to add a third branch for managing major programs.
To be a strong contender for this important role you will be a strong leader who excels working in complex environments. You will be forward thinking, self-motivated, resilient and adept at building relationships across a broad range of sectors. Your integrity, judgement and strong leadership credentials will be paramount. Significant experience in large projects and programs with scale and complexity is highly regarded. You will be adept at managing sensitive issues under significant pressure. Your impressive personal style and ability to engender trust and respect will be complemented by your excellent people skills, intellectual rigor, and first-class influencing skills.
Remuneration: The position attracts a remuneration package ranging from $313,721 - $326,282 depending on current superannuation arrangements of the successful applicant. This includes a cash component of $279,122.
Contract: The successful applicant will be engaged under a performance-based long-term contract for a period of up to five years. Prospective applicants should be aware that long-term engagements are tabled in the ACT Legislative Assembly.
How to Apply: Please obtain selection documentation from the Executive Intelligence Group vacancies page www.executiveintelligencegroup.com.au Ref. No. 916. If, after reading the selection documentation, you require further information please contact Helen Innes or Karina Duffey on (02) 6232 2200.
