Director keeping children safe reform unit - 003642

Department of Premier and CabinetKeeping Children SafeCOI Coordination Taskforce Applications must be submitted by Thursday 06 February, 2025 11:55 PM AEST Award/Classification: Senior Executive - Level 1 - Payment of Salary above the base salary of the advertised range is subject to an annual performance assessment $156,075.00 to $171,573.00 Pro rata, per annum Employment type: Fixed-term, full-time, Senior Executive Region: South The purpose of this role is to progress the development and implementation of a whole-of-government strategy and action plan to guide and support the government’s response to the Commission of Inquiry into the Tasmanian Government’s Response to Child Sexual Abuse in Institutional Settings (the Commission of Inquiry) recommendations. This includes engaging with stakeholders and actively assisting staff and senior members in embracing changes in processes, systems and culture. Having a diverse workforce that represents the wider Tasmanian community is very important to us and we actively encourage applications from people with disabilities, from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people who may identify as LGBTQI+, and all genders. We recognise the value, unique skills and knowledge that Aboriginal employees bring to the workplace and welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal people. We are committed to putting the rights and wellbeing of children and young people at the centre of what we do. We will employ the right people. We will embed a culture of self-reflection and continuous improvement. We will have the courage to change what needs to be changed. We will regularly review our policies and structures through a child and youth safety lens. Our people will be equipped with the skills to recognise and respond to signs of harm. We are growing a culture where everyone takes responsibility, shares information, and speaks up if something doesn’t seem right. Together, we’re creating a place where all children and young people are safe from harm. We support reasonable adjustment requests in any stage of the assessment process to remove barriers and facilitate full participation in all aspects of employment for applicants. If you have individual requirements that need to be accommodated in order to participate in an interview or recruitment activity, please inform the contact person listed for this vacancy. We understand that people have different needs to manage their work and life and to support people we embrace the benefits of flexible working arrangements. Talk to us about how this could work for you. Period of Appointment Senior Executive Appointment, Fixed Term until 30 June 2027 Hours per fortnight Up to 73.5 hours - flexible options available. Duties The Director–key result areas include: Providing strategic advice to the Premier, relevant portfolio Ministers and the Cabinet on significant issues and reform relating to the Premier’s and the Government’s priority to implement the recommendations of the Commission of Inquiry into the Tasmanian Government’s Responses to Child Sexual Abuse in Institutional Settings. Leading, driving and coordinating the delivery and development of the whole-of-government response to keep children safe, across portfolios and agencies, that will have critical impact on both Government policy and priorities and meeting the Department’s objectives. Managing and resolving urgent and immediate priority issues and structural reform for the Premier as they arise, particularly for matters relating to Commission of Inquiry recommendations. Leading and supporting outcomes and reforms at a state level. Representing the state at national reform meetings. Undertaking sensitive and complex negotiations at senior executive levels with agencies of the Tasmanian and other governments, including, where necessary, working with advisers from Ministerial offices. Working collaboratively with agencies to deliver the Premier’s and the Government’s priority of Keeping Children Safer and implementing all of the Commission of Inquiry’s recommendations. Supporting Tasmanian Government agencies in delivering outcomes and reforms, including alignment with Tasmania’s priorities and processes for implementing the Commission’s recommendations. Providing whole-of-government advice to the Premier and the Cabinet about a broad range of issues relating to the Government and impacts on Tasmanian Government priorities, policies and services. Leading and supporting the development and implementation of designated whole-of-government policies, processes and projects, and the delivery of departmental priorities, as required. Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of vulnerable people who may be associated with or located at the worksite (including children and young people) and immediately reporting any concerns, disclosures, allegations or suspicions of harm. Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Registration Status – Employment). Application Process To apply, please provide a copy of your CV with two referees and a one-page summary outlining why you are the best person for the job and how your skills and experience align to the Senior Executive Service Capability Framework. It is suggested applicants make themselves familiar with the Senior Executive Leadership Capability Framework for the Tasmanian State Service. Once completed, apply online by clicking the blue ‘Apply Now’ button. If you have any difficulty uploading your application, please contact us prior to the closing date on (03) 6165 9920. Important Steps Review the Statement of Duties and consider if you meet the requirements. Speak to the Contact Officer if you have any questions. Submit your application including any additional documents as specified in each individual job vacancy notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr