Department of the Premier & Cabinet SA – Adelaide SA
1 day ago, from Department of the Premier & Cabinet SA
Director, Projects and Programs
Reference 6G70A5AD
Job Reference:
6G70A5AD
SA Public Sector Employees Only
Business Unit:
Lot Fourteen
Location:
Adelaide CBD
Salary Range:
$185,945 - $286,070
Classification:
SAES1
Duration:
36 months
Closing Date:
18 Nov 2024
Role Highlights Leading the delivery of projects shaping the state's innovation ecosystem.Critical engagement and collaboration with organisations and stakeholders.Leadership of a dynamic, high-performing project team.Role Details
The role is responsible for complex strategic analysis, project management and the operating model planning and delivery of three major Lot Fourteen projects, funded under the Adelaide City Deal agreement, including the Innovation Hub, Australian Defence Technologies Academy and Tarrkarri – Centre for First Nations Cultures (currently paused). The role is also responsible for ideating and scoping new projects and industry-led programs, aligned to the vision and objectives of Lot Fourteen to inform the future build form developments.
Special Conditions The Incumbent will be required to participate in the department's Performance Management Program.The Incumbent may be assigned to another position at this remuneration level or equivalent.This role requires a National Criminal History check.Essential Qualifications Possess a discipline relevant tertiary qualification.For more information please see the role description:
Role Description - Director Projects and Programs.pdf
About the Department
The Department of the Premier and Cabinet (DPC) drives the Premier's priorities in South Australia. Our vision is to be the heart of government through providing important leadership, trusted advice and strategy as well as central support services for the social, environmental and economic issues that we face. Our staff enjoy working with colleagues who value integrity, knowledge and intellectual capability. They exemplify the public sector purpose: Making a difference so South Australia thrives.
About the Business
On behalf of the state government, the department is leading the management and delivery of Lot Fourteen, a world-class innovation district with a curated, collaborative research and business ecosystem dedicated to driving increased productivity and solving complex global challenges.
Led by the State Lead for Lot Fourteen and South Australia's Innovation Places, the cross-government project team also has responsibility for implementation of the state's Innovation Places Leadership Framework and development and delivery of Adelaide City Deal projects including Tarrkarri-Centre for First Nations Cultures, the Innovation Hub and the Australian Defence Technologies Academy.
One of the most exciting economic development projects in Australia, Lot Fourteen is providing a springboard for innovation and bringing together the state's leading abilities in space, defence, cyber and creative industries with a focus on enabling critical technologies.
Lot Fourteen is currently home to a skilled workforce of more than 1,700 people from more than 150 businesses, attracting some of the world's most innovative organisations including Amazon Web Services, Salesforce and Cisco.
The district is also home to research and industry powerhouses such as the Australian Space Agency, SmartSat CRC, Australian Cyber Collaboration Centre, the Australian Institute for Machine Learning, Stone and Chalk start-up hub and The Circle – First Nations Entrepreneur Hub.
Contact Us
Enquiries to Di Dixon- State Project Lead
0404 892 ***
Diversity and Inclusion
The Department of the Premier and Cabinet is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace that is reflective of the community we serve. We welcome and value applications from candidates who are of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, candidates with culturally diverse backgrounds, candidates with disability and those from the LGBTIQA+ community. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to ensure a safe and healthy working environment. If you require any additional support, please provide us with details through the application process.
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
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