Having a diverse workforce that represents the wider Tasmanian community is very important to us and we actively encourage applications from people with disabilities, from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people who may identify as LGBTQI+, and all genders. We recognise the value, unique skills and knowledge that Aboriginal employees bring to the workplace and welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal people.

We are committed to putting the rights and wellbeing of children and young people at the centre of what we do. We will employ the right people. We will embed a culture of self-reflection and continuous improvement. We will have the courage to change what needs to be changed. We will regularly review our policies and structures through a child and youth safety lens. Our people will be equipped with the skills to recognise and respond to signs of harm. We are growing a culture where everyone takes responsibility, shares information, and speaks up if something doesn’t seem right. Together, we’re creating a place where all children and young people are safe from harm.

We support reasonable adjustment requests in any stage of the assessment process to remove barriers and facilitate full participation in all aspects of employment for applicants. If you have individual requirements that need to be accommodated in order to participate in an interview or recruitment activity, please inform the contact person listed for this vacancy.

We understand that people have different needs to manage their work and life and to support people we embrace the benefits of flexible working arrangements. Talk to us about how this could work for you.

Period of Appointment

Fixed Term - 13 months

Hours per fortnight

73.5 hours

Duties

The key result areas for the Director Executive Government Services are:

• Provide strategic leadership and manage the Protocol Office, Ministerial Support Services, Executive and Secretary Support and the Cabinet and Executive Council Office to provide specialist services and advice in support of the strategic direction of the agency and Government. 
• Responsible for the efficient and effective management of machinery of Government processes, including being responsible for the sound legal basis of Ministerial decisions and other administrative arrangements for the Government.
• Oversight the Department's Right to Information statutory officers to effectively undertake duties under the Right to Information Act 2009.
• Provide complex advice, both written and verbal, for the Premier, Ministers and DPAC Executive on issues and policy that influence or are relevant to government. 
• Responsible for building effective collaborative relationships within DPAC, with Ministers and Parliamentarians and their offices, government agencies and external stakeholders to influence outcomes that add value to services and functions within the Department, and the operation of machinery of Government processes more broadly.
• Contribute to the Department's governance structures and processes, including oversight of a corporate planning structure and management of a number of key departmental committees to ensure they deliver optimal value for the Department. 
• Responsible for providing high quality advice and quality assurance to the Associate Secretary and Deputy Secretaries regarding all external correspondence, briefings, minutes, reports, submissions and other documents.

Desirable Requirements

A degree or other relevant tertiary qualification and considerable experience in public administration and governance.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

 SoD Director Executive Government Services.docx

 SoD Director Executive Government Services.pdf

 Short Form Application Guidelines.docx

 Short Form Application Guidelines.pdf

How to apply

To apply, please provide a copy of your CV with two referees and a one page summary outlining why you are the best person for the job and how your skills and experience align to the Senior Executive Service Capability Framework. It is suggested applicants make themselves familiar with the Senior Executive Leadership Capability Framework for the Tasmanian State Service: For more information click here

Once completed, apply online by clicking the blue ‘Apply Now’ button.

If you have any difficulty uploading your application, please contact us prior to the closing date on (03) 6165 9920.

Courtney Ingham
Director Office of the Secretary
courtney.ingham@dpac.tas.gov.au
Phone: 0438 181 686