Associate Director, Strategic Workforce Development

Job Description

Premier’s Department Associate Director, Strategic Workforce Development You. At the centre of big ideas. Are you an expert in workforce strategy, planning, and sector-wide initiatives? Make an impact by shaping future-ready workforce solutions for the NSW public sector within the Workforce Planning Branch Ongoing role, Clerk grade 11/12, based in Martin Place, Sydney CBD About the Role As our Associate Director, Strategic Workforce Development, you will lead the design and implementation of workforce strategies, research, and strategic initiatives across the NSW public sector. Your work will ensure that workforce policies and programs are future-focused, data-driven, and responsive to emerging challenges, including technological, demographic, and societal shifts. In this role, you will add value by driving cross-sector collaboration, developing workforce planning tools, and delivering initiatives that enhance workforce capability and sustainability. You will provide expert workforce analysis, translate high-level policy into practical solutions, and ensure alignment with government priorities. Reporting to the Director, Strategic Workforce Development, you will work closely with senior executives, agency leaders, and key stakeholders to implement workforce strategies that prepare the sector for the future. You. Our ideal candidate. Expert in workforce strategy, planning, and development within complex organisations or government sectors Holds tertiary qualifications in human resources, business, project management, or a related field (or equivalent experience) Proven track record of leading strategic workforce initiatives and delivering measurable outcomes Skilled at using data and evidence to inform workforce planning, policy implementation, and decision-making Experienced in engaging and influencing stakeholders, building strong partnerships across agencies and sectors We know the value of diverse experiences. Even if you’re not sure if you meet all the requirements, we’d love to hear from you. About the Department Connecting to Deliver from the Heart of Government The Premier’s Department leads the state’s 430,000 public servants, driving collaboration and the delivery of whole-of-government priorities. Imagine your career at the Premier’s Department and learn more about the department . Your career, your way. We are proud of our flexible working culture, and we've been a leader of embedding flexible working practices for many years. Everyone has different needs, and our versatile work culture allows you to craft a work routine to suit you, the business and the people we serve. At the Premier’s Department, you get access to: flexible working arrangements inclusive parental leave for all new parents and return to work coaching flex leave great learning and development opportunities and professional networks employee support services fitness and well-being programs staff-led networks including the Aboriginal Staff Advisory Committee, Diversity and Inclusion Network (DAIN), and the Young Professionals Network. How to apply To start your journey in becoming our new Associate Director, Strategic Workforce Development, you’ll need to create an account on I Work for NSW and apply online. Your application should include: a resume which clearly details your relevant skills and experience (maximum 5 pages). a cover letter addressing how you meet the requirements of the role (maximum 2 pages) Salary: Clerk Grade 11/12. Package includes base salary ($145,378 - $168,130) plus superannuation and leave loading. Closing date: Sunday, 02 March 2025 (09:59 AM) If you run into any technical difficulties with your online application, please contact . Learn more For enquiries, please contact the hiring manager, Mitchell Lea on (02) 9228 3761, or email . To help us figure out if you’re the right person for the role, the selection process may include an interview and relevant assessments, and we expect it will take up to 6–8 weeks. Candidates can request a reasonable adjustment throughout each step of the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable adjustment to the recruitment process, please let us know in your application. If you require any adjustments or alternative formats to participate in the process, please contact the hiring manager. A talent pool may be created from this recruitment process. Once added to the talent pool, you may be contacted about similar ongoing and temporary roles that may become available over the next 18 months. Our commitment The Premier’s Department acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work and live. We pay respect to Ancestors and Elders past and present. We recognise and learn from the strengths of First Nations peoples of New South Wales and their continuing connection to, and unique cultural and spiritual relationship with, Country. We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans and those living in rural, regional, and remote locations. #J-18808-Ljbffr