SENIOR MANAGER - BUSINESS ENGAGEMENT AND SOLUTIONS DEVELOPMENT (BACKFILL)

Child Protection; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 124,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Parental leave

Salary packaging

Fitness Passport perks

Wellbeing support

Driver's license required

Job summary

Department for Child Protection (DCP) in Adelaide CBD is seeking a Senior Manager, Business Engagement and Solutions Development on a backfill basis. You will lead a multi-disciplinary team to deliver digital solutions connecting people, information and technology to support effective service delivery.

Based in Adelaide CBD, you will translate business needs into practical, innovative solutions and influence technology direction across DCP.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading multi-disciplinary teams in complex IT environments.
• Experience delivering major software implementations.
• Knowledge of recognised IT frameworks and government requirements.

Responsibilities

• Drive digital strategies aligning technology with business objectives.
• Build team capability to deliver responsive, user-focused IT services.
• Establish strong partnerships with stakeholders and external providers.
• Provide high-level advice on technology opportunities, investments and risks.
• Manage governance, service delivery and vendor relationships to ensure sustainable IT services.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Tools

IT governance

Software implementations

Job description

SENIOR MANAGER - BUSINESS ENGAGEMENT AND SOLUTIONS DEVELOPMENT (BACKFILL)

Reference 0AF96935

External Vacancy – Open to Everyone

Division: Department for Child Protection

Location: Adelaide CBD

Salary Range: $137,297

Classification: MAS3

Engagement Type: Term

Closing Date: 20 Sep 2026 11:00 PM

Role Highlights

Full-time temporary vacancy until 28 November 2027 with possibility of extension

Lead digital transformation that makes a real difference

Drive technology through collaboration to enable better ways of working.

Please note that this is a backfill role.

As Senior Manager, Business Engagement and Solutions Development, you will lead a multi-disciplinary team to deliver digital solutions that connect people, information and technology to support effective service delivery. Working closely with key stakeholders and external partners, you will translate business needs into practical, innovative solutions that deliver lasting value.

Based in the Adelaide CBD, this is an opportunity to bring your strategic leadership and digital expertise to a role with significant influence across the Department for Child Protection (DCP).

You will be responsible for:

• Driving digital strategies that align technology solutions with business objectives
• Building team capability to deliver responsive, user-focused IT services
• Establishing strong partnerships with key stakeholders and external providers to develop effective solutions
• Providing high-leveladvice on technology-related opportunities,investments and risks
• Managing governance, servicedelivery and vendorrelationships to ensureIT services remaineffective and sustainable.

About you:

To be successful, you will bring proven experience leading multi-disciplinary teams in complex IT environments. Your track record in delivering critical services and managing strategic risks will be key.

A considered approach to problem-solving will be important in this role. You will use sound judgement to address challenges, identify effective solutions and guide business and technical processes at a senior level. The ability to inspire teams and influence decisions will be complemented by strong communication and negotiation skills, helping you build trusted relationships and manage sensitive issues with confidence.

Experience delivering major software implementations will be highly valued, along with the ability to translate business needs into effective technology solutions. Knowledge of recognised IT frameworks and South Australian Government requirements will support your approach to decision-making and continuous improvement.

Why apply

This is an opportunity to shape technology that supports how the Department for Child Protection (DCP) delivers critical services to children, young people and families. Your leadership will help set technology direction, inform investment decisions and ensure solutions remain aligned with DCP’s evolving priorities.

What’sin it for you – Perks That Matter:

At DCP,these are just some of the benefitsyou’llenjoy:

• A collaborative team environment,workingalongside people who are committed to best practice and making a meaningful impact
• Flexible working options with tailored arrangements to help you balance work and life
• Paid Parental and Partner Leave –additionalpaid time to support you and your growing family
• Recognition and Growth – we celebrate your achievements and opendoors to development across DCP
• SalaryPackaging – reduce your taxable income with a range of pre-tax benefits
• Health and Fitness Perks – free flu vaccination plus access to more than 1,700 gyms, fitnesscentresand pools across Australia through our Fitness Passport program for you and your family
• Wellbeing Support -confidentialEmployee Assistance Program services for you and your family.
• You must have acurrent Australian driver’s licence and a willingness to drive.

The Department for Child Protection (DCP) plays a key role in the protection of children, young people and their families within South Australia. The department provides support to vulnerable children and young people to be safe, strong and connected.

Contact Us

Enquiries to Mr Leon Doecke - Senior Manager, Business Engagement and Solutions Development

0421 147 287 [e-mail]

Our workplace reflects the diverse communities we serve, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. This includes women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ communities, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, safe, and respectful workplace where everyone feels supported.