Director IS Business Support

Department of Communities WA – Fremantle WA The Department of Communities brings together the services and functions of disability services, child protection and family support, community initiatives and regional services reform. Communities is a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the Carers + Employers program. The program defines best practice standards by creating a carer friendly workplace, enabling staff to balance work and care, while continuing to contribute to the wellbeing of individuals, families and the community. At Communities, we believe that everyone is a leader, regardless of their role. This belief is central to our success, and we are committed to fostering a culture where leadership is defined not by position but by action. To guide this, we have adopted Leadership Expectations that establish a shared understanding of the mindsets and behaviours required for impactful leadership across our agency and the broader public sector. About the Opportunity We are looking for a creative thinker who can translate strategic vision into practical, everyday actions that empower our people — those who make a difference in the lives of vulnerable Western Australian’s. As the Director Business Support, you are responsible for, under the leadership context as a Multiple Area Leader and will champion innovative ways of working to achieve positive outcomes and be an integral part of a dynamic and forward-thinking division. These behaviours will be evaluated during the recruitment and selection process. About the Role As Director Information Services Business Support, you will be leading and providing high-level support to the CIO in relation to implementation of IS business objectives and initiatives and undertaking a wide range of business administration coordination activities and process improvements, inclusive of ministerial responses such as financial and procurement compliance, administration of the IS Budget, contracting frameworks, including analysis and reporting on service delivery. The Director is responsible for the communication and liaison between the Directorate’s leadership team and the Corporate Executive in relation to the Directorate’s financial budgeting and reporting, operational performance analysis, ministerial workflows and overall workforce management. Responsibilities Leading the provision of resources, expertise and guidance necessary to ensure the Directorate’s compliance with Departmental and public sector policy in resource acquisition, IS contracts and procurement for services and management in a complex environment of change. Liaising, consulting and collaborating with other senior managers to ensure the coordinated provision of financial analysis to achieve the Directorate’s objectives, policies, compliance and procedures. Providing expert advice and management to IS Senior Management on the framing of the Directorate’s Budget, Projects and associated Cashflows, and facilitating supporting Accounting and Financial reporting. Benefits Salary Packaging Benefits 4 weeks annual leave 17.5% Annual Leave Loading 10 days Disability Leave 5 days Reproductive Health Leave Discount on private health insurance Additional 3 Days Public Service Leave per annum 3 months long service leave for every seven years consecutive service 18 weeks paid parental leave Achieve your fitness goals with eligibility to join the Fitness Passport program (access to 84 gyms across WA from $16 per week) Comprehensive learning and development opportunities that focus on your career aspirations Access our free and confidential Employee Assistance Program Free annual flu vaccinations 5 days cultural and ceremonial leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees Application Process To apply, click the 'Apply for Job' button and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only: A current resume/CV. A four (4) page summary outlining the key responsibilities and achievements you have had during your career in the context of the job description essential requirements and Building Leadership Impact Context (Multiple Area Leader). A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable). An application form (for hard copy applications only). Additional Information For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact Margia Munoz, Human Resources Advisor on *** or via email on *************@communities.wa.gov.au. We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers: TTY/voice calls - 133 677 Speak & Listen - SMS relay - *** Integrity and Honesty The public sector is built on a strong foundation of integrity where employees act ethically, and public sector bodies promote and maintain integrity. In line with Communities policies, applicants may be asked for consent to undergo criminal record screening and integrity checks during the application process. For more information on these requirements, click here. Equity and Diversity Communities welcome applications from people from a diverse range of backgrounds and lived experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disability, people with diverse sexualities and genders, youth, women, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Please let us know if there are adjustments we can make to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, as well as in the workplace. Please contact Margia at *************@communities.wa.gov.au and via phone ***. If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on . Lodgement Lodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted. Attachments Application Form Information for Applicants JDF Director IS Business Support L8 Dec 25.docx Leadership Expectations - Multiple Area Leader.pdf #J-18808-Ljbffr