Deputy Chief Information and Digital Officer

The Deputy Chief Information and Digital Officer will drive strategic change aligned with improving the day-to-day operational efficiency of Victoria Legal Aid’s (VLA) Digital Transformation and Technology (DTT) team. Full time ongoing position Salary range : $157,341 - $180,991 plus super plus salary packaging Up to $15,900 in salary packaging and hybrid WFH & office model About the role The Deputy Chief Information and Digital Officer will play a pivotal leadership role overseeing the development, implementation, and management of all IT systems, infrastructure, and initiatives. You will use your strategic vision to ensure the alignment of the Digital Transformation and Technology strategy with organisational goals, driving innovation, and fostering a culture of excellence within the DTT team. This position will develop a high-performance culture that prioritises client needs and experience and recognises DTT as a valuable and enabling service partner. You will use a client‑centred approach to identify areas of improvement and work towards enhancing service delivery. This role is based at our Melbourne CBD office on Wurundjeri Country. Don't meet every requirement? At VLA, we understand that your work and life experiences can be just as valuable. If you're excited about this role but your CV doesn't align perfectly with our job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our many other opportunities. About you As our ideal candidate, you will possess : Demonstrated experience in leading change and managing high performing ICT teams, projects and resources. Strong budget and contract management experience, including successfully managing vendor contracts. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels. Demonstrated experience with leading and championing ICT transformation with a client‑centred approach. About Victoria Legal Aid : We provide legal representation to those who need it most. With over 1000 staff employed in 15 offices across Victoria, we help people with their legal problems by providing information, advice and education with a focus on the prevention and early resolution of legal problems. Our clients come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds and foster a work culture that's inclusive as well as diverse. Your unique ideas and perspectives are valued so that we best represent the people we serve. Employee benefits Focus on work‑life balance including flexible working arrangements Hybrid work from home & office model Training and professional development opportunities Excellent options including General Expenses up to $15,900, Meals & Entertainment up to $2,650 and Novated Leasing Opportunity to join(and salary package the cost) Supportive team environment in modern offices (including free gym and end‑of‑trip facilities at our CBD office) Access to discounted Private Health Insurance How to apply To be considered for this role, please submit a current resume and cover letter outling your suitability for the role. If you require workplace adjustments to the recruitment and selection process or need an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with . For further information review the attached position description or contact Martin Edwards, Chief Information & Digital Officer, on . No agency applications will be accepted. Applications close by on Sunday 1 September 2024. Other relevant information It is a requirement that staff attend for office‑based days at their primary work location. In line with this requirement, interstate applications will be considered only where the candidate is able and willing to relocate to Victoria, unless part of a border community. VLA is committed to putting the safety and wellbeing of children first. #J-18808-Ljbffr