Role ResponsibilitiesLeading 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 DetailsThe 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 ConditionsThe 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.About the BusinessOn 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 UsEnquiries to Di Dixon - State Project Lead
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 disabilities, and those from the LGBTIQA+ community.
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