Manager Office Of The Chief Executive Operations

Department of Human Services
Job reference: 526803
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Role Highlights

A work environment that supports a holistic approach to safety, health and wellbeing
Client-focused role
Work with a dynamic and enthusiastic team

Role Details

The Manager, Office of the Chief Executive Operations is a role within the Office of the Chief Executive and is accountable to the Director, Office of the Chief Executive for:

• managing all administrative functions relating to operations of the Office for the Chief Executive
• strategic management of a comprehensive range of administrative, financial, human resource management systems and related functions are in place to support the Chief Executive’s office
• managing and maintaining effective partnerships with departmental officers and providing quality responses, support, and related interactions with the department
• initiating and coordinating the business reform activities for the Office of the Chief Executive and the wider Department.

Key outcomes and accountabilities:
1. Provide leadership, direction and management to a small team including the coordination, allocation, and quality control of work.
2. Manage corporate governance matters, including administration of departmental briefings, proactive disclosure, customer complaints and ensure divisional legislative obligations and compliance.
3. Determine and develop goals, priorities and associated change management strategies and contribute to strategic leadership and business planning.
4. Develop, implement, and maintain effective administrative and information systems and structures that support operational and functional needs.
5. Lead business improvement activities which support the ongoing functions of the Office of the Chief Executive.

Note: Any other responsibilities in line with the classification level of the role as assigned by Line Manager and/or the Department. The responsibilities as specified above may be altered in accordance with the changing requirements of the role.

Special Conditions

• National Police check
• Employment-related Screening Check required

About the Business

The Office of the Chief Executive and Governance is responsible for a range of functions, including executive support, governance responsibilities, ministerial and chief executive correspondence and briefings, ministerial cabinet coordination, parliamentary business, coordination of policy advice on inter-governmental and intra-governmental matters, business intelligence and analysis, risk management, and coordination of responsibilities for services the department provides to the community.

The division is a key component in overseeing all departmental business, and ultimately helps enable our department to deliver effective services and supports for the South Australian community.

Role Status: Term up to 01/05/2024

Salary Range: $104,938 - $113,435 (AS07)

Location: Adelaide

Enquiries: Kelly Biggins, 0411 049 912 Email: kelly.biggins3@sa.gov.au

Application Instructions

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.

DHS is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and providing equitable services to all South Australians. This ensures that all people feel welcome to work with us and access our services, including people identifying as Aboriginal, living with disability, LGBTIQA+, youth, mature age, and from different ethnic, linguistic, religious and cultural backgrounds.

Applications close: 02/04/2023 11:30 PM