Chief Digital Information Officer

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?

Ensuring a sustainable NSW through climate change and energy action, water management, environment and heritage conservation and protection.

• Unique opportunity to lead the IT function across the Department
• Parramatta location preferred, hybrid working supported
• Band 2 Senior Executive Position | TRP commencing from $316,567

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer in our Corporate and Enabling Services division, the Chief Digital Information Officer (CDIO) leads the organisation's strategies for and investment in data and information systems and services aligned to the needs of the business.

The CDIO leads the development and delivery of data, digital, IT, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and cyber strategies to enable DCCEEW to achieve strategic and operational goals and maximises returns from IT investments to improve operational effectiveness. DCCEEW recognises our Data and Systems as key enablers to our success. The CDIO will be responsible for:

• Enhancing data and systems to improve efficiency and evidence-based decision-making and showcasing outcomes with a particular focus on:
  • Data access, use and application
  • Systems and tools
  • ICT corporate and shared services
  • Adaptive decision-making and management

About You

To be successful in this position, you will be an experienced people leader with a proven track record in delivering highly complex IT functions and projects across large organisations. You will be both customer service and solutions focused in your approach and you will have experience in delivering positive business outcomes through collaboration and strong stakeholder engagement skills. Your technical capabilities will include IT strategy, architecture and execution, ensuring alignment with relevant NSW Government Strategies (e.g. data, digital, IT, AI, cyber) and industry practice including the development of comprehensive strategies that incorporate emerging technologies and transformational digital solutions.

Essential Requirements

• Tertiary qualifications in information technology, computer science or a related discipline and/or relevant equivalent experience
• Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, enterprise architecture and data management principles 
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence, articulate a clear vision and drive change 
• Track record of successfully managing complex IT projects and delivering results on time and within budge

For more information read the full Role Description: Chief Digital Information Officer

Who we are

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state's environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy.

DCCEEW conserves and protects the state's natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.

DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry.

We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.

To Apply

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close Thursday 6th of November at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Michael Brown via or on

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

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