Deputy Chief Executive Officer

Executive Contract Officer 4 – Remuneration Package Range $302,742 Corporate, Strategic and Enabling Services Location: Darwin, NT Contract: Up to 4 years Overview Apply your senior executive experience and leadership to drive strategic planning and reform priorities in a large and complex operating environment. The Department of Housing, Local Government and Community Development is a multi‑functional human services and community‑focused agency that works to improve the lives of Territorians and shape the Territory’s future by delivering quality social housing, governance and compliance support to local government councils and authorities, and integrated community services. The Department comprises a workforce of around 540 full‑time equivalent employees and 290 casual employees delivering interpreting services. Seventy‑five percent of the workforce is located in the regions across the Territory. It has a budget of nearly $1 billion per annum and an asset base of around $4 billion, largely consisting of housing assets. The Department provides support services across urban housing, homelands, town camps and remote communities, regional and remote community development, government employee housing, local government reform and oversight, and interpreting and translation services. Around 80 percent of the Department’s clients are Aboriginal Territorians. The Department partners with and supports local governments across the Territory to ensure good governance practices and to empower them to have a strong voice in community investment and planning decisions. The Department is responsible for ensuring communities are consulted on the matters that affect them; and for safeguarding Aboriginal languages and enhancing community service delivery through the use of interpreters. Key Responsibilities As Deputy Chief Executive, Corporate, Strategic and Enabling Services you will lead the design and delivery of key enterprise services to support the Department’s service delivery and strategic agenda. This role leads the Corporate, Strategic and Enabling Services Division that is responsible for: The development of the Department’s strategy, strategic and operational policies, and reform priorities. Local government sector stewardship and regulation. Performance, evaluation and monitoring of the Department’s operations and services. Management and oversight of the Department’s finances. Community development including implementation of the Empowering the Bush agenda. Enterprise corporate services, including corporate governance, communications, legal, people and culture, contracting and risk management. The Corporate, Strategic and Enabling Services Division supports and works closely with the Department’s Delivery and Regional Priorities Division (responsible for most of the Department’s frontline service delivery) and the Programs, Systems Improvement and Reform Division (responsible for a range of housing programs and policies). Qualifications and Experience To excel in this strategic position, demonstrated success at a senior executive level leading a large multi‑disciplinary team in a complex environment is required. Political acumen, cultural competence, and exceptional communication skills are essential, along with the ability to enhance organisational capability and a strong understanding of current and emerging social, economic, and policy issues affecting the Northern Territory. Relocation If you reside interstate, this is a great time to consider relocating to the Territory and experiencing the unique lifestyle of living in Darwin. Enjoy a work‑life balance that allows time to explore the Territory’s stunning landscapes and attractions, including experiencing the tropical sunsets, lightning displays and sandy beaches. Darwin’s rich multicultural society and community spirit make it a great place to live, work, and play. Relocation assistance can be discussed during the interview. Benefits In return you will receive a competitive remuneration package, generous leave entitlements and the chance to play a leading role in the delivery of high‑quality frontline services to the NT community. How to Apply Applications should consist of a one‑page summary sheet, resume/CV and copies of relevant qualifications. Contact: Department of Housing, Local Government and Community Development – Darwin NT. #J-18808-Ljbffr