Executive Director, National AI Centre

Australian Department of Industry, Science and Resources; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Australian Department of Industry, Science and Resources is seeking an exceptional Executive Director of NAIC to lead the transformation of Australia’s AI ecosystem and contribute to the Government’s National AI Plan. The role requires strategic leadership, cross-agency collaboration, and the ability to navigate a fast-evolving AI landscape across Canberra, Melbourne, or Sydney.

You will advise the Government on portfolio issues, ensure governance and deliverables, and guide external

Qualifications

• Well-developed knowledge of the AI industry and ecosystem.
• Senior leadership experience in AI or related fields.
• Demonstrated leadership of high-impact programs that create scale.
• Proven ability to develop and drive a strategic agenda.
• Exemplary stakeholder engagement with external partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead the transformation of Australia’s AI ecosystem and contribute to the National AI Plan.
• Advise Government on portfolio issues and ensure governance and delivery of outcomes.
• Provide leadership across the APS in public sector management and policy delivery.
• Engage with senior executives and agencies to maintain connected, collaborative operations.

Skills

AI industry knowledge

Senior leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic communication

Problem solving

Job description

Australian Department of Industry, Science and Resources is seeking an exceptional Executive Director of NAIC to lead the transformation of Australia’s AI ecosystem and contribute to the Government’s National AI Plan. The role requires strategic leadership, cross-agency collaboration, and the ability to navigate a fast-evolving AI landscape across Canberra, Melbourne, or Sydney.

You will advise the Government on portfolio issues, ensure governance and deliverables, and guide external