Director - Governance, Strategy and Planning

Job Reference QLD/CO604947/24P
Closing date December 4, 2024
Location Brisbane Inner City
Type Full-Time
Contact 07 3513 6898

About this job

About the Department:

The Department of Education (DoE) is committed to delivering responsive services focused on equity and excellence to Queenslanders and their communities. We promote equity and excellence by our commitment to respect, protect and promote human rights.  Our objectives are: a strong start for all children, every student realising their potential, fair and safe workplaces and communities, capable people delivering our vision.  Our vision is one of equity and excellence in a progressive, high performing education system that realises the potential of every student. 

About the Opportunity:
Governance, Strategy and Planning supports evidence-based decision-making across the department by leading contemporary strategy development, governance, planning, portfolio reporting, and management and maturity development for customer complaints, human rights, risk, and policy and procedure. 

As the Director you will:

  • Provide leadership in corporate governance and accountability through the effective development and implementation of frameworks and systems that positively position the department through governance, strategic and operational planning, service design, business review, portfolio, program and project management, reporting, performance and risk management.
  • Drive and coordinate the department's input into whole of government and national activities that can inform the department's decision making and future directions.

Responsibilities include:

  • lead development of departmental strategies for early childhood and education including the Department of Education Strategic Plan, working closely with other divisions
  • oversee implementation of departmental strategy, including monitoring and evaluation
  • support senior executives in the policy development of strategic initiatives
  • deliver visualisation and design across a range of projects and activities to support innovative and engaging communication

Our ideal applicant will:

  • be able to refine and articulate the strategic intentions of the department by building evidence and analysing issues, and synthesising complex information into clear, user-friendly outputs
  • work collaboratively with peers and stakeholders to successfully develop and implement strategy and policy
  • lead and influence others by thinking creatively, communicating complex concepts and making informed recommendations to Executives.

What we offer:

  • a dynamic and fast-paced work environment with a supportive and collaborative team
  • opportunities to learn and grow your skills, with access to training and development programs
  • access to flexible work arrangements that enable you to balance your personal and professional needs
  • a chance to make a real difference in the success of our team, work and organisation

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position. 

To Apply: 

  • Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history) 
  • Attach a 2-page written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role. 

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive. 

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department. 

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. 

When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.

Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE). 

The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.

d) issued by Blue Card Services.

Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE). 

The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.