43556

Closes: 04 July 2025

Classification: Senior Officer Grade B
Salary: $146,705 - $164,506 plus superannuation
Position No: 43556
Directorate: Health and Community Services
Advertised (Gazettal date): 20 June 2025
Contact Officer: Pip Golley on Pip.Golley@act.gov.au or (02) 5124 1616

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Details: The Child and Family Reform is seeking applications for the role of Director, for the period of four months with the possibility of extension up to 12 months and/or permanency. The successful applicant will provide strategic policy advice and drive reform initiatives focused on improving outcomes for children and families in the early years. You will work collaboratively across government and with key stakeholders to design and implement evidence-based policies that support the wellbeing and development of children.

Further information regarding specific duties, skills and capabilities required for role are set out in the attached position description.

Community Services Directorate (CSD) is an inclusive employer where all people are respected and valued for their contribution. We strongly encourage and welcome applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, People with Disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex and queer (LGBTIQ) people.

Eligibility/Other Requirements:

• Tertiary qualifications in a human services discipline are highly desirable.
• An understanding and knowledge of child and family policy, services and programs is highly desirable.

Note: This is a temporary position available immediately until 14 November 2025 with the possibility of extension up to 12 months and/or permanency. Selection may be based on written application and referee reports only.

How to Apply: Please submit your application and include the following:

• A statement of no more than two pages addressing the Professional/Technical Skills and Knowledge and Behavioural Capabilities which can be found in the Position Description.
• A current curriculum vitae which includes details of two referees, including your current supervisor.

Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below.

Health and Community Services

Health and Community Services Directorate was established on the 1 July 2025. This new directorate is an amalgamation of positions previously advertised under ACT Health Directorate and Community Services Directorate.

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Note

This is a temporary position available immediately until 14 November 2025 with the possibility of extension up to 12 months and/or permanency.