Assistant Director, Digital Strategy and Architecture

We are currently seeking applications for an Assistant Director, Digital Experience Services to join the Office of the Chief Information Officer at the Department of Treasury and Finance for an initial period of 2 years with an opportunity for extension.

Remuneration:  SM2  - Salary Range $153,887 p.a.

About the opportunity:
As the Assistant Director, Digital Strategy and Architecture, you will play a key role in shaping the future of technology across the South Australian Government. Working at a whole-of-government level, you will provide leadership in digital strategy, enterprise architecture and technology services, helping to ensure core government services are delivered effectively and efficiently. This is an opportunity to influence strategic technology decisions, collaborate with a broad range of stakeholders, and contribute to outcomes that make a meaningful impact across the public sector.

About you
To be successful you will:

• Play a key role in shaping whole-of-government technology strategies and roadmaps that support the delivery of effective and reliable public services.

• Lead a dedicated team of subject matter experts in architecture, platform governance and across government technology strategy

• Influence major ICT initiatives by developing and maintaining an enterprise-wide view of technology services, architecture and future capability needs.

• Collaborate with government agencies to understand their current and emerging business requirements and help translate these into strategic technology outcomes.

• Engage with technology vendors, industry experts and key stakeholders to identify emerging trends and opportunities that inform future technology direction.

• Build strong relationships across government while providing leadership, strategic advice and oversight of technology services to support quality outcomes and continuous improvement.

About us
The Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) enables a more connected and secure government so that South Australian (SA) Government agencies can better serve our community. We do this by leading the SA Government's technology, cyber security, and digital government strategies, as well as developing and delivering resilient and innovative ICT, digital and cyber security services, platforms, and critical infrastructure to SA Government agencies that are accessible, trusted and secure. 

As well as working within the SA Public Sector Code of Ethics, OCIO`s principles are: customer-centric and collaborative, growth minded, engaged and skilled, and honesty in action.

OCIO supports flexible work arrangements, and our office environment is activity-based, with spaces tailored for focused work, collaboration, and general space for everyday work.

Digital Strategy and Architecture, in OCIO, supports SA Government agencies by delivering whole of government architecture patterns, advisory, project support to agencies on connectivity and governance to the State Data Network and, the Integration Platform as a Service.  The team also develops whole of government strategies and roadmaps to support the direction of key platforms for the State.  It also has responsibility for OCIO's future architectural and technology direction.

At the Department of Treasury and Finance we work together to ensure South Australia is a thriving, prosperous state now and into the future.

We are the lead agency for economic, social and financial policy outcomes. We play a vital role in providing financial services to the community and economic and fiscal policy advice to the Government of South Australia.

Our culture is one that welcomes all and we embrace flexibility and embrace diversity. We believe people are our most valuable asset, so we work to support the skills, knowledge and capability of our staff.

What we offer

• Flexible working options

• Salary packaging options

• Discounted gym membership

• Supportive career development opportunities

• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family

• Be Well Program

For a confidential discussion about the role please contact:
Name:   Jennifer James
Title:      Senior Account Director
Tel:        08 •••• •614|
email:     jjames@paxus.com.au

Application Instructions:
To be considered, all applications must be submitted online via I Work for SA by clicking Apply and following the instructions.

Applicants are required to submit a Curriculum Vitae and covering letter (no more than two pages) addressing the key selection criteria and demonstrating suitability for the role. You are also required to provide details of 2 referees and complete a pre-employment declaration.

This role requires the below screening clearance/s:

• National Police Check

• Security Clearance - Negative Vetting Level 1 (agency to apply post-commencement) - Candidates must be eligible to undergo a Negative Vetting Level 1 clearance (must be an Australian Citizen).

The Department of Treasury and Finance is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us if invited to interview.