AI Innovation & Transformation Director

Department of Employment and Workplace Relations (DEWR); Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Employment and Workplace Relations (DEWR) in Sydney seeks a Director, Innovation and AI Transformation to drive the department's adoption of emerging technologies, AI and innovative delivery approaches to improve services and organisational capability.

You will work with senior leaders to set direction and lead high-visibility initiatives, building practical knowledge of generative AI and responsible AI across policy, technology and service delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience leading AI-enabled transformation and innovation.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to translate ideas into scalable, impactful outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of AI, innovation and emerging technology initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to apply AI to improve policy delivery and operations.
• Embed governance for safe, ethical, and responsible use of AI and tech.
• Lead experiments, proofs-of-concept and innovation programs into scalable outcomes.
• Provide strategic advice on technology trends, risks and opportunities.
• Foster innovation capability across the Department through partnerships and knowledge sharing.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and prioritise opportunities and investments.
• Provide leadership and advisory support to senior executives on digital transformation.

Job description

Department of Employment and Workplace Relations (DEWR) in Sydney seeks a Director, Innovation and AI Transformation to drive the department's adoption of emerging technologies, AI and innovative delivery approaches to improve services and organisational capability.

You will work with senior leaders to set direction and lead high-visibility initiatives, building practical knowledge of generative AI and responsible AI across policy, technology and service delivery.