Executive Director Child Protection and Permanency

Executive Director, Child Protection and Permanency Based in multiple locations across NSW 6 x Full-Time - Ongoing Positions available Salary Range: $315,187 - $352,606 total remuneration payable These roles may be appointed to lead at a District level, across practice or statewide services. Specific scope will be confirmed at appointment. Your role The Executive Director, Child Protection and Permanency leads the operational management of the directorates and shapes a human services system that delivers high-quality child protection and out-of-home care (OOHC) services for children, young people, and families. You will champion best practice, implement evidence-based strategies, and build workforce capability to drive innovation and deliver outcomes aligned with NSW Government priorities. What You’ll Do Lead the operational management of child protection and OOHC directorates to deliver safe, high-quality services. Drive strategic reforms and evidence-based approaches to improve outcomes for children, young people, and families. Champion best practice frameworks and cultural responsiveness across the service system. Oversee financial management, risk mitigation, and performance to meet government priorities and community expectations. Build strong partnerships with government, NGOs, and Aboriginal communities to enable collaborative service delivery. What We’re Looking For Strategic Leadership: Proven ability to set direction, inspire teams, and deliver complex reforms. Expertise in Child Protection: Deep understanding of child safety, OOHC, and legislative frameworks. Cultural Responsiveness: Commitment to inclusive practices and engagement with Aboriginal communities. Stakeholder Engagement: Skilled in building trust and collaboration across sectors and agencies. Advisory Skills: Ability to provide clear, expert advice on sensitive and complex issues. Operational Excellence: Strong financial acumen and experience managing large-scale operations. Resilience and Integrity: Capacity to lead in high-pressure environments with transparency and accountability. Change Management: Experience driving innovation and continuous improvement. Inclusive Leadership: Ability to develop workforce capability and foster a positive, high-performing culture. Download the role description. If you are viewing this ad in Seek and wish to apply via their portal, you will be required to either set up a profile or login via your existing Seek account. To apply directly via the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) Careers site click here. Search for the job and click the ‘Apply now’ button. We focus on hiring people who share our commitment and goals of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, courage and integrity. If you meet the essential requirements and the role resonates with you, please apply – you do not need to meet every desired requirement for us to want to talk to you. Want more information? Visit our website to see more information on Working for us. We do work that really matters Working for DCJ provides lots of opportunities to make a real difference. We collaborate with other agencies and community partners, to improve lives and realise the potential of children, adults, families and communities. We're focused on breaking, rather than managing, disadvantage. It’s work that really matters. Apply now and join Australia’s top public sector employer where we will support you and provide an exciting and flexible working environment Are you ready to join us? Click apply, attach a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements of the role as well as an up-to-date résumé (maximum 5 pages). Applications close Sunday 21 December 2025 at 11:59pm AEDT. Got a question? If you’re interested in the role or have questions about the application process, including any adjustments or alternative methods for submitting your application. Please contact Marijana Puric at or alternatively email the DCJ Senior Executive Recruitment team at Visit Recruitment adjustments on the DCJ website to learn more. Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups. To find out what DCJ are doing to build an inclusive and diverse workforce, visit Inclusion and diversity on the DCJ website. For more information visit Your recruitment journey on the DCJ website. Thank you for your interest in, we look forward to receiving your application. #J-18808-Ljbffr