State Manager

Australian-Government-Department-of-Social-Services; Brisbane; Vor Ort; AUD 140.000 - 180.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Australian Government Department of Social Services is seeking a State Manager to lead the delivery of government funded programs across Queensland. The role focuses on improving outcomes for individuals and communities, working with government and non-government partners to strengthen service delivery.

You will build trusted relationships, gather place-based insights and provide an on-the-ground strategic link between communities, stakeholders and the Department to inform policy development and

Qualifikationen

• Australian citizenship required.
• Must be able to obtain an Australian Government Security Clearance (AGSVA).

Aufgaben

• Lead state-level programs to deliver government funded services for individuals, families and communities.
• Build trusted relationships with government, community organisations, service providers and stakeholders to strengthen service delivery.
• Provide a strategic link between communities, stakeholders and the Department to inform policy and program design.

Jobbeschreibung

Position Description:

State Managers play a critical role in the department’s success in ensuring that government funded programs are delivered effectively to support Australian people and communities.

As a State Manager, you will be at the forefront of the department's efforts to improve outcomes for individuals, families and communities across Australia.

As a State Manager, you will serve a senior representative in place, building trusted relationships across government, community organisations, service providers, and key stakeholders to strengthen service delivery and inform effective responses to local needs.

Working in partnership with DSS policy owners, you will provide a critical ‘on the ground’ strategic link between communities, stakeholders and the Department.

Through active engagement and strong local networks, you will gather and share place-based intelligence to support evidence-based policy development, program design and service delivery outcomes.

You will be responsible for identifying emerging issues, trends and opportunities across your jurisdiction, applying a geographical lens to inform departmental priorities and ensure programs are delivering impact on the ground.

Occasional travel will be required.

Please see job pack for the full position description.

Eligibility / Additional Requirements:

To be eligible for employment with Department of Social Services (the department), you must be an Australian citizen. An applicant's suitability for employment with the department will be assessed through a pre-employment screening process. This will include an identity and criminal history background check.

Eligibility to obtain an Australian Government Security Clearance:

To be eligible for this role, applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the required level through the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA). This includes meeting AGSVA's identity, referee, and background checking requirements. Applicants with a history of overseas residence, employment, or travel may still be eligible, provided they can supply the information, documentation, and referee details required to support the security vetting process in accordance with AGSVA requirements.

Type / Length of Vacancy:

Ongoing & Non-ongoing

Contact Officer Phone:

0437 118 448

The Department of Social Services acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people throughout Australia and their continuing connection to land, water, culture and community. We pay our respects to the Elders both past and present.

ABN: 36 342 015 855