Public Sector Tech & Transformation Leader

I Work For Sa; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 210,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Treasury and Finance in South Australia seeks an Executive Director, Technology and Transformation to lead a government-wide agenda spanning strategy, technology investment and transformation.

You will set strategic direction for digital transformation, AI adoption and benefits realisation, lead the Digital Investment Fund, and provide authoritative advice to the Treasurer, Cabinet and senior government leaders.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated judgement, credibility and commercial acumen across complex organisations.
• Led technology, digital transformation, investment portfolios.
• Translates strategy into priorities, disciplined delivery and lasting outcomes.
• Understands business cases, procurement, governance and benefits realisation.
• Sets clear expectations and builds trusted relationships with boards and leaders.
• Public sector experience valued but not essential; welcomes diverse sectors.

Responsibilities

• Set strategic direction for technology, digital transformation, AI and business improvement.
• Lead the Digital Investment Fund, governance, value for money and benefits realisation.
• Guide the responsible adoption of AI through governance, oversight and accountability.
• Provide authoritative advice to the Treasurer, Cabinet and senior government leaders.
• Connect technology, capability, investment with security, productivity and service delivery.
• Build high-performing teams and partnerships within the department and across government and industry.

Skills

Executive leadership

Digital transformation

Investment governance

AI governance

Stakeholder engagement

Policy judgement

Job description

The Department of Treasury and Finance in South Australia seeks an Executive Director, Technology and Transformation to lead a government-wide agenda spanning strategy, technology investment and transformation.

You will set strategic direction for digital transformation, AI adoption and benefits realisation, lead the Digital Investment Fund, and provide authoritative advice to the Treasurer, Cabinet and senior government leaders.