Director - learning, excellence and innovation academy
Department for Child Protection
Job reference: 634289Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
The Position
The Department of Child Protection are seeking to appoint a highly capable executive to build excellence in learning, practice and professional development.Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer and leading a team with cultural, clinical and professional expertise, this newly created role will provide strategic leadership and drive operational excellence to build workforce capability, both internally and across the sector.
The Director will develop a strategic Learning and Development Framework, build partnerships with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders, and embed First Nations cultural capability across the organisation.
The preferred candidate will bring strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, with demonstrated experience leading training in a large and complex environment, either at a HR, clinical or education level. Proven ability to lead change and deliver innovative and best practice learning, governance and reporting is essential, as is the ability to effectively leverage technology and external partnerships to support delivery.
With an attractive remuneration package and benefits, the position is offered on a negotiated contract appointment for up to 3 years. Primarily based at Keswick, Adelaide, the role will work across multiple sites. Relocation assistance is available if required.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a genuine impact in a rewarding role.
The Organisation
The Department for Child Protection (DCP) plays a key role in the protection of children, young people and their families within South Australia. DCP provides support to vulnerable children and young people, working to keep them safe from abuse and harm, and provide alternative care when living at home is no longer an option.
Our vision is for all children and young people to grow up safe, healthy, connected and feeling loved so they reach their full potential.
For more information on the Department of Child Protection (government of South Australia) visit: https://www.childprotection.sa.gov.au/
The Department of Child Protection workplace reflects the diverse communities they serve. Applications are encouraged from all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. This includes women, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBQTI+ communities, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
To apply - click 'Quick apply', using reference DCPlei1024, addressing your cover letter and resume to Sharyn Gowans of Future Leadership™, or call 1300 347 437 or +61 3 9016 6000 for further information.A candidate information pack is available to download by visiting: https://futureleadership.com.au/your-career/opportunities/
For further information on Future Leadership™ and additional opportunities please visit https://futureleadership.com.auApplications close: December 2, 2024
Applications close: 02/12/2024 11:45 PM