Manager Regional Digital Solutions

VenuesWest; Western Australia; Hybrid; AUD 157,000 - 172,000; Full time

Job summary

A government department in Western Australia seeks a strategic leader to oversee the Regional Digital Solutions team. The successful candidate will drive economic growth through improved digital infrastructure in regional areas. Responsibilities include stakeholder engagement and leading program delivery. Applicants should have experience in leadership, project management, and regional development.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading and managing a team.
• Substantial project and program management experience.
• Ability to deliver creative solutions to complex problems.
• Experience in regional development or telecommunications.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Regional Digital Solutions team.
• Deliver strategic co-investment in telecommunications infrastructure.
• Engage with stakeholders and lead delivery of digital solutions programs.

Skills

Team leadership

Project management

Innovative problem solving

Stakeholder engagement

Regional development experience

Job description

Salary: Level 8, $157,900 - $171,005 pa, Public Sector CSA Agreement 2024

Location: Perth Metropolitan Area - regional locations with a DPIRD office will be considered

Closing Date: 2025-10-21 4:00 PM

The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) leads the sustainable development of Western Australia’s regions and agriculture, aquaculture, food and fisheries sectors. In everything we do, we take an approach to protect, grow and innovate WA’s economy, community and environment.

About the opportunity

We are seeking an experienced leader to appoint permanently to undertake this exciting opportunity. As the leader of the Regional Digital Solutions team, you will deliver strategic and coordinated co-investment in telecommunications infrastructure that provides fit-for-purpose connectivity in regional and remote Western Australia. With a track record as a dynamic and strategic leader, you will be instrumental in driving economic growth by improving digital connectivity and capacity, delivering data-related technologies, and closing the digital divide. Success in this project will require significant engagement with key stakeholders, harnessing strategic relationships across government and organisations nationally, as well as leading a small team to deliver digital solutions programs.

We are looking for strategic leaders with:

• Proven experience leading and managing a team with the ability to motivate and influence people to deliver agreed outcomes.
• Substantial experience in complex project and program management, with a track record of adopting an evidence-based approach for prioritisation, influencing and engaging with project stakeholders, meeting governance requirements and raising the profile of the projects/program.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver creative and innovative solutions to complex problems, across developing programs and in program delivery.
• Experience working in regional development, agribusiness or the telecommunications environment.

How to Apply

Click the Apply button and attach the following to your application:

• A comprehensive CV of no more than four pages that highlights your skills, experience, and achievements including details of two referees.
• A cover letter of no more than two pages in length demonstrating how your skills, knowledge and experience relate to the requirements outlined above.
• Your cover letter should also include examples from your previous experience and achievements that demonstrate how your personal values align with the departments.

Equity and Diversity

At DPIRD, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and are an equal opportunity employer. We value and strongly encourage people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people, women and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply for positions within our agency.

Need further information?

For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Susan Hall, Executive Director Regional Business Development, on 08 6552 2064 during office hours.

Employment Conditions and Additional Information

DPIRD is an Emergency Management department and all employees may be required to work or travel during, or outside of, normal business hours to assist with incidents and emergencies.

You will be required to provide a current National Police Certificate (police clearance) before commencing employment. If not currently held, this must be acquired prior to appointment at applicant’s expense.