Director | Full-Time Permanent

Details: Have you always wanted to make a difference? Now is your chance. The Commissioning, Policy and Service Design Branch is looking for people who want to make a difference. Be part of a strong and supportive team working on social policy, legislation, or human services system reform through commissioning for outcomes and providing advice to Executives and Ministers. Grapple with big questions that affect our community. Hone your skills in the production of high-quality advice. Collaborate with others to deliver high profile projects.

If you are an experienced leader with communication and policy skills, and want to contribute, we want to hear from you. If you enjoy solving complex problems, working together with your colleagues in a collaborative way, we want to hear from you. If you pride yourself on listening well and engaging with a range of stakeholders in government and community, we want to hear from you. Do you want to work as part of a small team delivering big outcomes as part of a strategic change agenda? If your change leadership or policy skills set you apart, we want to hear from you.

You will have the opportunity to grow modern leadership and policy skills. You will develop a deeper understanding of the pressure points, stakeholder dynamics and challenges for the ACT Government's most significant service delivery partner – the non-government sector. You will help shape advice that supports decision makers and makes a difference to the lives of Canberrans.

Community Services Directorate (CSD) is an inclusive employer where all people are respected and valued for their contribution. We strongly encourage and welcome applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, People with Disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex and queer (LGBTIQ) people.
Eligibility/ Other Requirements: Qualifications or experience in public policy, social sciences, the humanities, or economics will be advantageous in this position.
Note: This is a permanent vacancy at the SOG B level. This recruitment process will be used to create a merit pool, valid for 12 months. It may be used for future temporary and/or permanent positions that arise during the year.
How to Apply: Provide a maximum of two pages outlining your skills and experience against the position requirements, your curriculum vitae and the name of two referees. Applicants may be assessed on written application only.
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