Director-General.
Women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, MulticulturalismAs Director-General of the Department of Women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships and Multiculturalism, you will play a significant role in influencing the execution and successful delivery of the Queensland Government's commitments that reflect the government's vision for Queensland.
The commitments are long-term and can only be achieved by everyone involved working together:
to restore safety where you liveto reinstate health services when you need themto return respect for your moneyto reimagine a place to call hometo redesign a government that works for youThe Department is responsible for fostering an environment that allows Queensland women to be economically secure, working closely with other agencies, peak bodies, local leaders, and the community to lift the living standards of Aboriginal communities and Torres Strait Islander communities.
The Department will deliver the following services in 2024-2025:
Strategic Policy, Legislation and Reform – leading the strategic policy, legislation, and reform for the agency, including:Office for Women – improving the lives, rights and wellbeing of women and girls in QueenslandAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships - improving outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples through a Queensland-wide Regional Service Delivery NetworkMulticultural Affairs Queensland – improving outcomes for people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and helping to build safe, caring, and connected communitiesLeading the Department As Director-General, you will play a key role in advancing gender equality by focusing on policy and leadership that enhances the lives of women and girls, fosters the economic and social integration of culturally diverse Queenslanders, and delivers programs and services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, including through delivering a range of Closing the Gap initiatives.
You will:
Provide strategic leadership that demonstrates a clear and compelling vision of communication, governance, and values-based management to the department and its employees.Preserve and build productive working relationships with stakeholders, identifying tactful and diplomatic management practices to support their differing and competing requirements and priorities.Mobilise effective and efficient governance, administration, and operation of the department, fostering an environment of accountability for the performance of its functions and associated outcomes.Coordinate the appropriate services required to ensure the Minister is positioned to deliver the priorities set out in the Ministerial Charter Letter.Pursue with transparency, the administration of the department's legislation to promote their purpose, encouraging innovation through understanding of the principal responsibilities required to deliver the Queensland Government's objectives.Model the highest standards of ethical behaviour, operating with transparency in decision-making and establishing consistency for the application of these practices.Lead through awareness, demonstrating clear rationale to exemplary problem-solving and decision-making practices, encouraging the sector's ongoing commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.As a Chief Executive of the Queensland Government, you are expected to provide exemplary leadership qualities that align with the Leadership competencies for Queensland.
Key behaviours identified as critical for success in the role include:
Leads strategicallyStimulates ideas and innovationLeads change in complex environmentsDevelops and mobilises talentInspires othersDrives accountability and outcomesFosters healthy and inclusive workplacesDemonstrates sound governancePlease note, this role is Brisbane-based, and applicants must be willing to relocate if not already based in Brisbane.
The Queensland Government is committed to inclusive and diverse practices, ensuring people living with disability, women, people who identify as LGBTIQ+, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have equal opportunity to apply and participate.
You are encouraged to visit the Kingston Human Capital portal for information to assist with understanding the recruitment and selection process.
To be considered for this role, please provide:
Your current resumeA maximum two-page cover letter, including a suitability statementApplications close on midnight, Sunday 19th of January 2025.
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