Executive Director, Governance and Insights

vor 2 Wochen


City of Parramatta Council, Österreich Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure Vollzeit
Executive Director, Governance and Insights

Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure

Policy, Planning & Regulation, Government - State (Government & Defence)

Full time

TRP from $297k to $333k including superannuation

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Together, we create thriving environments, communities and economies.

  • High-profile position that requires strong leadership skills
  • Ongoing/permanent full-time role
  • Sydney or regional location encouraged with hybrid working supported
  • TRP from $297k to $333k including superannuation, commensurate with experience


Our Planning, Land Use Strategy, Housing, and Infrastructure (PLUSHI) team within NSW Planning are currently seeking to appoint an Executive Director, Governance and Insights.

As the Executive Director, Governance and Insights, you will oversee a large team of specialists who ensure that planners, policy makers, and other stakeholders have access to user-focused evidence and insights. You will also manage cross-functional program delivery services for governance, monitoring and assurance functions to enhance the coordination and delivery confidence of programs across the Planning Group.

This is a key role which is responsible for upholding a streamlined and flexible governance framework to deliver key initiatives and strategies such as the Housing Program and Urban Development Programs.

About You
To be successful for this role, you will possess significant knowledge of the workings of government and in-depth knowledge and experience working with applicable legislation and regulations. You will be a technical expert in governance frameworks with a strong track record in delivering robust insights to facilitate decision making in a large and complex organisation.

It is essential that you possess exceptional communication skills which enables you to translate technical and complex information, and provide succinct summaries of evidence-based insights to suit the needs of a diverse range of stakeholders and audiences. You will also be adept at identifying and addressing new or emerging issues given a dynamic operating environment where matters may be diverse, complex and of a high profile and sensitive nature.

The key to your success will be high-level leadership skills and the ability to collaborate across various teams and negotiate effective outcomes with key stakeholders.

Essential requirements

  • Degree qualification in a related discipline or equivalent relevant experience 

For more information read the full Role Description: Executive Director, Governance and Insights

About Us
The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this, we: create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively; and deliver affordable and diverse housing.

We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and seeks to embed Aboriginal cultural awareness and knowledge throughout the department.

We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments.

To Apply
If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close on Wednesday 26 June 2024 at 11:55pm

Should you require further information about the role please contact Melissa Chetcuti, A/Senior Manager Talent Acquisition on melissa.chetcuti@dpie.nsw.gov.au

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Looking for more information or assistance in applying?
Our Diversity team can assist to:

  • provide alternative formats to apply
  • make adjustments to the recruitment process
  • offer information about workplace adjustments and support networks


We encourage people with disability to apply. If you have disability and require more information on adjustments and assistance to apply, contact the Diversity team on Diversity@DPIE.nsw.gov.au (please include reference number).

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander check out Our Mob on Country to see the work we do and get assistance in applying.

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