Deputy Secretary Corporate & Strategy

• Newly created leadership opportunity
• Showcase your capability
• Flexible workplace arrangements supported

The Position
The Deputy Secretary Corporate and Strategy is part of the Department’s Executive team and assists the Secretary in supporting and advising the Department’s Ministers and strengthening leadership and governance. As one of three Deputy Secretaries, this role will provide leadership across corporate and strategic functions that include Information, Communication and Technology, Finance and Procurement, Human Resources, Major Infrastructure and Business Projects, and the Monetary Penalties Enforcement Service. It will drive the delivery of the Department’s major capital program including new prison infrastructure across the State and the courts and corrections technology replacement program.
Reporting to the Secretary, this newly created position will play an active role in whole of government policy development and program management, as well as represent the Department on a range of high-level Boards, Steering Committees and other bodies. It will also afford the incumbent an opportunity to deputise for the Secretary.
Managing positive outcomes for people, processes and projects, you will offer strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills at a senior executive level and demonstrate effective influencing and negotiating skills. You will be supported by a values-based, team-focussed environment, characterised by high levels of collaboration, innovation and professionalism. The Department of Justice encourages interest from a diverse range of applicants and flexible/contemporary working arrangements are offered to support this.
This is a Senior Executive position, either full time or part time, for up to five years with an annual salary range of between $183,284 – $201,613 per annum pro-rata, plus 9.5% superannuation and provision of a fully maintained vehicle. Reasonable relocation expenses incurred in taking up the position will be reimbursed.
The Organisation
The Department supports the Tasmanian Government and community to promote the rule of law by: ensuring an effective, efficient and accessible justice system; protecting and respecting rights; improving laws; and influencing positive behaviour and enforcing responsibilities.
For more information about the Department visit: www.justice.tas.gov.au
To apply – please click ‘APPLY ONLINE’ using reference DJTdsc0918. Provide your CV with two referees and a one page summary outlining why you are the best person for the job, addressing it to David Baber of Fisher Leadership, or call +61 1300 347 437 for further information.