Reporting to the Ombudsman and working in partnership with the two Deputy Ombudsman, the Director, Corporate Services (DCS) will provide organisation-wide leadership and strategic direction. The DCS will also ensure the effective governance and alignment of the Victorian Ombudsman's (VO's) Corporate functions with the strategic direction of the organisation.
* VPSC Executive Fixed Term Contract
* SES1 $225,000 to $290,600 TRP per annum
* Flexible hybrid working environment
The Organisation
The Victorian Ombudsman (VO) provides a free, independent, accessible and impartial service to the public. Our purpose is to ensure fairness for the public in their dealings with the Victorian public sector, to improve public administration, and engage within both public organisations, the government sector and the broader community.
The VO's role is to ensure that the services of state and local government, and other public organisations are delivered in a fair and reasonable manner that is compatible with the Charter of Human Rights and Responsibilities Act 2006 (Vic) and that human rights have been taken into consideration in decision making.
The VO is governed by the Ombudsman Act 1973 (Vic). The VO is independent of Government and answerable to the Victorian Parliament, in part through the Integrity and Oversight Committee of the Parliament.
The role
Reporting to the Ombudsman and working in partnership with the two Deputy Ombudsman, the Director, Corporate Services (DCS) will provide organisation-wide leadership and strategic direction. The DCS will also ensure the effective governance and alignment of the Victorian Ombudsman's (VO's) Corporate functions with the strategic direction of the organisation.
The DCS has specific oversight and responsibility for VO's Corporate Function which includes Knowledge & Technology, Governance & Risk, Finance & Procurement and People & Culture.
The DCS will have substantial leadership experience at a senior level with highly developed communication and presentation skills, a demonstrated ability to establish and lead high performing corporate service teams whilst building capability to meet organisational needs.
To be successful in the role, you will need to be forward thinking, self-motivated, resilient and adept at building relationships across various audiences.
Please review the position description for full details.
How to apply
Applications need to be submitted online via the 'Apply Now' button.
To be considered for this role, you must include
* a 1-page Cover Letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria.
* a Resume, no longer than 5 pages.
Applications close midnight Sunday 1 September 2024.
VO is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive, accessible and safe work environment. We want to ensure all applicants and employees with disability are treated respectfully and equitably in all stages of the recruitment process.
We encourage job applications from people of all genders, ages, religions, disability, LGBTIQ and cultures, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
VO is committed to supporting our employees work and life balance commitments. All requests for flexible working arrangements will be considered in line with operational requirements.
Employment at the Victorian Ombudsman is subject to
* Criminal Record check
* Working with Children check
* Statutory Declaration
* Confidentiality Agreement
* Conflict of Interest check
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