Strategy and Governance Officer

Job Description

Department for Housing and Urban Development Job reference: 648679Location: 5000 - ADELAIDEJob status: Long Term ContractEligibility: Open to Everyone Who are we: Our department’s primary objective is the delivery of homes and housing options for South Australians. In response to the national housing crisis, we are committed to accelerating the build of a diverse range of housing options. We strive to find solutions to the urgent demand for housing security. Our mission focuses on coordinating various portfolios related to housing, housing infrastructure, urban development, and planning. By ensuring sound decisions and efficient management, we strive to create sustainable, well-planned communities offering safe and affordable housing options. Join us in our endeavour to address one of the most pressing challenges of our time and make a tangible difference in the lives of our community. The Role: Working closely with the Chief Executive, Executives and Senior Managers, this is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and highly motivated Strategy and Governance Officer to join our dedicated Office of the Chief Executive team to: Support Divisions, teams, and officers across the department Exercise judgement and discretion in responding to emails and enquiries on behalf of the Chief Executive or the department and in delegating appropriate matters to officers to prepare timely responses and management of departmental and government priorities. Lead and manage a functional group, fostering team participation and cooperation to promote understanding, ownership, and buy-in across the department Significantly contribute to the development, implementation, management, and improvement of processes and systems that formulate, evolve, and deliver on the department’s strategy. This role reports directly to the Manager, Office of the Chief Executive and will see you responsible for relationship management, customer service, leadership, and corporate governance. About You: To be successful in this position, you must be able to demonstrate experience across the following key capabilities: Knowledge of corporate governance principles and frameworks, and ability to develop and apply frameworks, and systems to the department’s context Political acumen and an understanding of government priorities, processes, and accountabilities Think strategically, conceptually, and creatively to analyse, advise on, and resolve complex business problems, at both strategic and operational levels. Clear, concise, and effective verbal and written communication with people at all levels. Development and application of strategy and strategic decision-making frameworks and tools. Experience in using a customer-centric approach to inform strategic decision-making processes. Desirable Qualification: Tertiary qualifications in a related field (desirable). Special Conditions: Successful applicants may be required to obtain a satisfactory Department of Human Services Criminal History Check or National Police Check prior to employment. A renewal will be required every 3 years. Remuneration: ASO7 – $108,109 min - $116,864 max Enquiries: For all confidential enquiries, please contact Katrina Johnson via phone 08 8235 5478 or email Application Instructions: All applications must be submitted online. If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a covering letter (no more than 2 pages), outlining your skills and experience in relation to the key capabilities outlined in the role statement, a current CV, and the contact information of three referees including your current line manager. All applicants must complete a ‘Pre-Employment Declaration in the SA Public Sector’ form. Applications close: 07/02/2025 11:45 PMAttachments: - ASO7 Strategy and Governance Officer Role Statement.pdf- Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdfFlexibility Statement: 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr