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Department of State Development
Job reference: 689959
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
A high-impact executive opportunity for a strategic leader who wants to shape the future of South Australia's skills and training system.
The Department of State Development (DSD) is South Australia's lead economic development agency, driving sustainable growth and raising productivity by fostering innovation, trade, investment and workforce development. Through strong collaboration with industry, community, and academia, DSD strengthens business capability, builds a skilled workforce and enhances South Australia's competitiveness on the global stage.
As a senior leader within Skills SA, the Director, Skills Policy and Quality plays a pivotal role in designing, leading and influencing strategic policy directions that strengthen the state’s vocational education and training (VET) system. Reporting to the Executive Director Skills SA, this role is central to intergovernmental negotiations, representing South Australia nationally, and advising the Chief Executive and Minister on strategy and reform priorities. This is a role with breadth and influence, responsible for shaping South Australia’s skills system through intergovernmental engagement, the development of legislative and strategic initiatives and leading high-impact research and evidence-based reform. You will provide authoritative advice to senior leaders and Ministers, support the delivery of major policy projects aligned to workforce demand and oversee system-wide quality assurance and compliance functions, including the prudential oversight of TAFE SA. You will also drive performance reporting, governance uplift and foster a culture of continuous improvement across Skills SA.
An experienced policy and strategy leader, you will bring strong analytical thinking, exceptional stakeholder engagement and a proven record in influencing cross-sector outcomes. Your experience in government and public policy is complemented by the ability to translate complexity into impact, build effective partnerships and lead with purpose and integrity. A deep understanding of the VET sector and experience operating at a senior level within government will be essential.
This is a high-impact executive opportunity for a strategic leader who thrives in complex environments and wants to shape the future of South Australia’s skills and training system.
Applications should be forwarded to the attention of Julie Bennett in Word format. Confidential enquiries are welcome to Julie on 0431 742 034.
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Applications close: 17/08/2025 11:00 PM
Flexibility 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.
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Director
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Part-time
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Quality Assurance
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