Head of Integrated Solutions

Catholic Education in Western Australia (CEWA) is the second largest education provider in the State. We cater for more than 76,000 students in 162 schools.

CEWA strives to create progressive environments that enhance learning. Our culture is underpinned by our Vision, Quality Catholic Education (QCE) Elements and CECWA' Strategic Directions. Our aspiration is to build Catholic Schools of Excellence, underpinned by their evangelising Mission, in a system where all students, staff and parents are empowered as active members of their school and parish communities.

Head of Integrated Solutions

For over 150 years, our schools, colleges, early learning centres and out of school care programs have been an integral part of education in Western Australia. Together we form the state's second-largest education provider, with more than 83,000 students relying on our nearly 14,000 dedicated staff each day. We are committed to fostering an environment where every child can achieve their full potential, and our office teams support schools to do exactly that.

The Role

The role of Head of Integrated Solutions belongs to the Digital Technology team in the Finance, Infrastructure and Digital Technology directorate. We have five office campuses across the state

and this role will be based at our West Leederville office.

As Head of Integrated Solutions, you will lead the strategic development and enhancement of CEWA's Administration of Schools (AoS) platform and integrated enterprise applications. You'll manage a

high-performing team of developers, analysts, and support specialists, oversee third-party integrations, and ensure system improvements meet regulatory obligations and user expectations.

This role is pivotal in supporting CEWA's digital transformation and aligning technology with strategic priorities.

Benefits of the Role

• Competitive remuneration: Level M1-M4 on the CEWA salary scale ($196,815 - $220,678 per annum) plus superannuation, with an additional 2.5% super contribution for senior leaders
• Leave entitlements: Five additional paid leave days during Christmas and Easter closures, plus System Leaders Renewal Leave
• Financial benefits: Salary packaging options, deferred salary program (after two years), and relocation package for eligible candidates
• Health & wellbeing: Free onsite parking, corporate health insurance discounts, Fitness Passport access, flu vaccinations, and workplace health checks
• Professional growth: Ongoing learning opportunities, CEWA scholarship program, and flexible work arrangements
• Support services: Employee Assistance Program for staff and their families
• Family-friendly policies: Enhanced parental leave provisions

Selection Criteria

Essential

• Demonstrated experience in strategic product management, including roadmap development, backlog
  
  prioritisation, and agile delivery (sprint planning, execution, and review)
• Proven leadership in managing and developing technical teams, fostering a collaborative and
  
  high-performing culture
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to liaise effectively
  
  across internal teams and external vendors
• Expertise in managing third-party integrations and ensuring system enhancements meet regulatory
  
  obligations and user expectations
• Solid understanding of risk management practices related to digital systems, including security,
  
  updates, and support continuity
• Commitment to supporting the Catholic ethos in the performance of duties

Highly Desirable

• Experience working within education or not-for-profit sectors
• 5+ years in software development and support service delivery
• Current Microsoft D365 certifications

Information for Applicants

To access a copy of the Position Description please click here: Position Description

Interested applicants should submit:

• A cover letter briefly addressing the selection criteria.
• A curriculum vitae outlining their employment history, qualifications and certifications and include a minimum of two professional references.

The successful applicant will need to provide:

• National criminal history check as issued by the Department of Education WA.
• 100 points of identification

Applications for this role close no later than 5pm, Tuesday 14 October 2025. We reserve the right to close the advertisement early if a suitable candidate is identified. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to ensure consideration.

If you require support with submitting your application, please contact our Talent Advisors at Applications can be submitted by clicking apply and uploading your application to our website.

Applications will not be accepted via email.

All employees of Catholic Education Western Australia are required to support the Catholic ethos in the performance of their duties. Catholic Education Western Australia also encourages applications from people of all cultural backgrounds, First Nations people, and individuals with disabilities or medical conditions who meet the requirements of the position.

To be eligible to apply, you must be legally permitted to work in Australia.