Executive Director Office of the Secretary

5 days ago

Hobart, Tasmania, Australia Service Tasmania Full time

The Department of Health (DOH) is seeking an experienced leader for the role of Executive Director, Office of the Secretary (OTS).

This is a key senior executive position responsible for leading and delivering services and outcomes within the OTS that have critical strategic importance and benefit to the Agency and Tasmanian community.

The Role

The Executive Director, Office of the Secretary is responsible for the strategic and operational management of the functions of OTS including legal services; strategic communications; governance; complaints management and oversight; Commission of Inquiry response and reform; and support services to the Portfolio Ministers and the Secretary.

The position reports to the Secretary, and as a senior leader this role champions and contributes to the delivery of other strategic initiatives including our Long-Term Plan for Healthcare in Tasmania 2040.

Appointment Details

The position is offered as a 5-year contract with an attractive remuneration package, including a salary range between $183,884 and $202,163 p.a. plus 11.5% superannuation.

Eligibility

Applicants should note the following criteria are essential:

  • Current Registration to Work with Vulnerable People

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

  • Relevant tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline which may include health administration, law or public policy.
  • Extensive experience in the operations of government.
How to apply

All applications must be submitted online via the Tasmanian Government Jobs website and include a brief statement (maximum 2 pages) outlining your experience, skills, and knowledge as they relate to the role. You will also need to provide contact details for two referees as part of your application.

You are encouraged to discuss the opportunity further with:

Sally Badcock
Associate Secretary
Phone number: (03) 6166 3773
Email address: sally.badcock@health.tas.gov.au

What it is like working at the Department of Health?

Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence are the values that underpin all our work in Department of Health. Listen and read about some of the lived experiences from our wonderful staff within the department.

Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.

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