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Form of work7M1CA54E
External Vacancy – Open to Everyone
Community & Aboriginal Partnerships
Port Augusta
119,317-123,822
ASO8
Term Contract
11 Mar 2024
- Work collaboratively and engage with stakeholders
- A work environment that supports holistic approach to safety, health, wellbeing
- Make a difference for South Australians
• Providing timely expert executive coordination, communication and professional support to the Port Augusta Community Leadership Group including managing a diverse range of critical issues, services and projects relating to key strategic objectives in Port Augusta and Davenport.
• Leading and co-ordinating the development of proposals on program and service delivery issues in Port Augusta, including preparing papers, submissions, briefs and reports.
• Establishing and maintaining productive working relationships with the Port Augusta Governance Group, Safety and Wellbeing Taskforce and key stakeholders in government, non-government service providers, and representatives from the community services sector in Port Augusta.
Key outcomes and accountabilities:
1. Prepare, author, edit, manage and review the provision of high-level communications and correspondence for the General Manager’s approval including briefings, reports, submissions and notes to ensure the comprehensiveness, accuracy and timeliness of written information.
2. Undertake high-level analysis, integration and synthesis of information from a range of internal and external sources to provide the General Manager with strategic, timely advice on complex and sensitive matters relating to Port Augusta and Davenport.
3. Research and prepare strategic advice, information and reports on policy, planning and operational matters to facilitate informed decision making and planning for Port Augusta.
4. Implement, monitor and report on strategic, operational and project plans to inform decision making and support achievement of organisational objectives.
5. Lead and/or contribute to projects in Port Augusta and Davenport to support the achievement of strategic and operational objectives.
6. Support committees, meetings and related forums held by the Port Augusta Governance Group and coordinate the submission of reports, briefings and related documents for the General Manager’s attention.
7. Represent the Department on committees, working parties and related forums as required and advocate the position of the Division/Department.
8. Provide issues management and support as required, responding to emerging issues to ensure effective resolution with minimal risk to the Department.
Special Conditions
National Police Check required.Employment-related Screening Check required.Some out of hours work may be required.Some interstate and intrastate travel may be required.Must hold a current Australian issued driver’s licence (equivalent to minimum class C).Role Status: Term up to 20/09/2024.Tertiary qualification in communications, political science or related subjects or demonstrable and extensive experience in working in government equivalent positions with respect to cross-government communication and policy and project management is desirable.
Attachments:
Role Description - Executive Officer Port Augusta Community Leadership Group - ASO8.pdf
Community and Family Services supports vulnerable people and families to participate in social and economic life and build stronger communities. This division comprises three key areas:
Safer Family Services (SFS) provides a wide range of intensive family support services to children, young people and families experiencing a high risk of statutory intervention from the child protection or youth justice systems. Services also include family support, community development and parenting and youth programs.
The Office for Women works across government and the community towards achieving gender equity and positive change for women in South Australia by developing policy and advising on issues affecting women to improve their safety, wellbeing and economic security. The office also oversees the Women’s Information Service to support women over the phone, online and in person, as well as regional safety hubs across the state.
Communities and Justice works towards building community safety and wellbeing by providing support and services to children, young people and families in the youth justice system, building the capacity of communities through community development projects and working in partnership with the community services sector to respond to people with complex and exceptional needs.
Enquiries to Jacqueline Costanzo
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DHS is committed to making our services and workplaces safe and inclusive for all people and ensuring the full diversity of the communities we serve are represented in our workforce, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability and/or neurodivergence, young people, older people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, LGBTIQA+ and gender diverse people.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. If you require assistance with this process, please contact us at **************@sa.gov.au and a member of the team will get back to you.
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working, including part time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss flexible working arrangements for this role.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. We also celebrate the many strengths and skills people with disability and/or neurodivergent people bring to our workplace and acknowledge our role in ensuring a supportive work environment for people with disability and/or neurodivergent people to thrive in.
Resume and Cover Letter
You are required to submit a cover letter, up to a maximum of two pages, addressing how your skills and experience align with the role specific capabilities and attach your current resume via the online application form. For more information about applying, refer to our Job Application Guide
Screening Checks
If you are new to the department and are invited to an interview, you will be required to produce a National Police Check, which has been issued within six months of your application for the role. National Police Checks can be applied for via the South Australia Police or through an Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission accredited body.
If the role you are applying for also requires an Employment-related Screening Check, you will be required to undergo such assessment as is advised by DHS, including periodic assessment during your employment.
