We are currently seeking applications for an Executive Officer to join the Office of the Chief Information Officer at the Department of Treasury and Finance for a period up to 2 years.

Remuneration: ASO6 – Salary Range $98,478 – $104,165 p.a.

About the opportunity:

The Executive Officer is responsible for the preparation and review of high-level documentation for the Deputy Director, Internal Operations and Governance, including Director and Executive Director, OCIO. The role has the specific function of executive support for the SA Government’s peak across-government ICT governance committees, the Chief Information Officer Steering Committee, including the coordination of activities arising from those groups. The role is also responsible for the management of communication between stakeholders, other government departments, other jurisdictions, chief executive offices, ministerial offices and key outside entities on behalf of OCIO.

About you

To be successful you will:

Manage the effective and efficient flow of information and communication between OCIO: Directors, Executive Director, Under Treasurer’s (UT) and Treasurer’s Office.

Provide professional management and effective executive officer support to the government’s peak ICT governance committees, such as the Chief Information Officer Steering Committee.

Coordinate information across OCIO by ensuring that written material provided by directorates meets quality standards and is in accordance with departmental, Cabinet, UT and Ministerial standards and formats prior to consideration.

Provide a range of high-level project, policy, assessment and management support services in relation to business ICT.

Develop and maintain networks and relationships across OCIO and other government agencies particularly within DTF, but specifically with the UT’s and Treasurer’s Office.

Ensure consistency across a large number of departmental and government policies and procedures.

About us

At the Department of Treasury and Finance we work together to ensure South Australia is a thriving, prosperous state now and into the future.

We are the lead agency for economic, social and financial policy outcomes. We play a vital role in providing financial services to the community and economic and fiscal policy advice to the Government of South Australia.

Our culture is one that welcomes all and we embrace flexibility and embrace diversity. We believe people are our most valuable asset, so we work to support the skills, knowledge and capability of our staff.

The Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) enables a more connected and secure government so that South Australian (SA) Government agencies can better serve our community. We do this by leading the SA Government’s technology, cyber security, and digital government strategies, as well as developing and delivering resilient and innovative ICT, digital and cyber security services, platforms, and critical infrastructure to SA Government agencies that are accessible, trusted and secure.

As well as working within the SA Public Sector Code of Ethics, OCIO‘s principles are: customer-centric and collaborative, growth minded, engaged and skilled, and honesty in action.

OCIO supports flexible work arrangements, and our office environment is activity-based, with spaces tailored for focused work, collaboration, and general space for everyday work.

Internal Operations and Governance, in OCIO, provides specialist centralised functions across strategic advice, program governance oversight and reporting, procurement, operations support including administration, human resources, and communications and engagement to support OCIO leadership and staff in the effective delivery of OCIO’s objectives.

What we offer

Flexible working options

Salary packaging options

Discounted gym membership

Supportive career development opportunities

Employee Assistance Program for you and your family

Be Well Program

For a confidential discussion about the role please contact:

Name: Corey Constable
Title: Deputy Director, Internal Operations and Governance
Tel: 0437 124 244
email: [email protected]

Application Instructions:
To be considered, all applications must be submitted online via I Work for SA by clicking Apply and following the instructions.

Applicants are required to submit a Curriculum Vitae and covering letter (no more than two pages) addressing the key selection criteria and demonstrating suitability for the role. You are also required to provide details of 2 referees and complete a pre-employment declaration. This role requires the below screening clearance/s:

National Police Clearance

The Department of Treasury and Finance is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us if invited to interview.