Executive Director, Emergency Management Technology and Data

About This Role

• Lead the delivery of emergency technology policy priorities of the Victorian Government.
• Fixed, Full-Time opportunity (Up to 5 years).
• SES Grade 2: $310,386 - $447,266 Total Renumeration Package.

The Department of Justice and Community Safety is seeking an Executive Director, Emergency Management Technology and Data to provide a critical role within Emergency Management Victoria .

About The Business Unit DJCS Emergency Management Emergency Management Victoria (EMV), within the Department of Justice and Community Safety, is responsible for the overall coordination of the emergency management system in Victoria.

EMV drives the integration of policy, strategy, operational coordination, sector specific technology, and planning across Victoria's emergency management sector, contributing to safer, more resilient communities.

EMV works closely with government and agencies across the emergency management portfolio. The organisation is led by the Deputy Secretary and Chief Executive, and Emergency Management Commissioner, and includes oversight of statutory entities and offices and the department's emergency management accountabilities.

Emergency Management Technology and Data The Emergency Management Technology and Data (EMT&D) division is responsible for key Emergency sector common digital platforms for the emergency services sector. EMT&D is a trusted partner to emergency sector organisations, supporting the innovation and delivery of modern and effective Digital Infrastructure services tailored to the emergency sector's needs. Its main service functions include EM Strategic Planning and Business Development, EM Enterprise Architecture and Design, EM Digital Platforms and Products, EM Commercial management and Budget, EM Portfolio, Program delivery, Data insights.

About The Role A senior leader in DJCS Emergency Management, the Executive Director, EM Technology and Data leads the delivery of emergency technology policy priorities of the Victorian Government. The role works collaboratively with other jurisdictions to optimise outcomes for the sector. Some Of Your Duties Will Include

• Lead the EM Technology and Data business unit, working closely with the Chief Executive Officer, and executive team to achieve high standards of performance, accountability, collaboration, ethics and integrity; manage the allocation of resources, budgets, business and project planning and reporting; and demonstrate a strong commitment to a positive culture and the development of staff.
• Lead the direction and delivery of the work program for the EM Technology and Data business unit in line with Government priorities and DJCS Emergency Management strategic direction and business plan.
• Oversight of the development and implementation of timely and high-quality reporting on operational coordination services, outcomes and inputs that meets the needs of the ERV and EMV Chief Executives, Emergency Management Commissioner, Executive Management and government.

To learn more about this role before applying, please read the attached position description.

About You To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Significant experience managing technology programs and teams in a dynamic environment
• Strategic planning, negotiation and stakeholder management experience in large, complex enterprises
• Program/Project Management experience in the delivery of large, complex IT/communications initiatives through their full life cycle
• Knowledge and experience of Victorian Government processes.

Qualifications/requirements

• Tertiary qualifications in business and information communication technologies are desirable.

How To Apply Please click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications should include a resume and covering letter. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) and misconduct screening. If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad. Important Information CHILD SAFE STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT: The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality. Children and young people's rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.