Executive Director Policy Planning and InnovationExecutive Director Policy Planning and Innovation2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicantsGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.At the Department of Training and Workforce Development we support Western Australia's training system to develop the skills and capabilities needed to transform lives while creating strong and vibrant businesses, communities, and the economy.We're an equal opportunity employer and encourage people with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to join us, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disability, youth, women and people of diverse sexualities and genders.Find out more about our work by visiting our websitewww.wa.gov.au / dtwdThe RoleWe seek an exceptional executive leader to drive strategic vocational education and training (VET) and workforce policy development, planning and innovation for Western Australia.
As the Executive Director - Policy Planning and Innovation, you will provide the Minister, Director General and the Department's Corporate Executive with high-level advice on skills, training and workforce development policy issues and options.
This pivotal role provides professional leadership by actively promoting strategies, policies and systems that provide strategic direction for the Policy, Planning and Innovation Directorate.In this influential position, you will lead the development and implementation of a workforce development framework for the State, contribute to national policy issues for skills and training, and formulate strategic policy options to advise the Minister on VET system priorities and performance.
As a member of the Corporate Executive, you will shape the Department's strategic direction while fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement across the VET sector and industry.The Department supports the Public Sector'sLeadership Expectations,which provide a common understanding of mindsets and expected behaviours.
The successful candidate should demonstrateExecutive Leaderbehaviours.
Your ability to display these mindsets and expected behaviours will be assessed during the recruitment and selection process.As a measure to achieve equality under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people (24 years of age and under) and people with disability who meet the requirements of the position may be prioritised for appointment.Employee BenefitsYou will have access to a range of benefits which may include : Flexible work arrangements including flexitime and working remotely;Flexible leave arrangements, including study leave;A comprehensive health and wellbeing program including Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Contact Officers;Career and professional development programs and opportunities; andSalary packaging options.Want to know more?For full details of the role, eligibility requirements and what we are looking for, read the attached job description and application package.If you have any questions about the position, please contact Tina Jackson, on +61 8 9221 0744
Late applications will not be accepted.This selection process may be used to identify suitable applicants for similar vacancies that arise within the next twelve months.
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