Senior Manager, Strategy, Innovation and Sustainability

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The Senior Manager, Strategy, Innovation and Sustainability in DCJ’s Infrastructure and Assets division, based in Parramatta, is a full time onsite role offering Clerk Grade 11/12 pay and a real opportunity to shape infrastructure planning, asset management, sustainability and the net zero transition. You will lead end to end delivery of complex projects, provide strategic insight on emerging trends and risks, build strong partnerships across DCJ and external partners, and deliver high quality advice to executives and Ministers while growing your team and contributing to whole of government initiatives. To apply, submit a two page cover letter and a five page résumé that demonstrate independent project delivery, stakeholder management and the ability to translate technical information into clear recommendations. We value inclusion and flexibility; you do not need to meet every desired requirement to be considered. Applications close Monday 6 July 2029 at 11:59pm AEST. For adjustments or questions contact the hiring manager.

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Senior Manager, Strategy, Innovation and Sustainability

Infrastructure and Assets

 

 

Location: Parramatta

Employment type: Ongoing, Full Time

Salary: Clerk Grade 11/12 ($149,739 - $173,174 pa), plus employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading

 

Your role

 

The Strategy, Innovation and Sustainability (SI&S) team within Infrastructure and Assets is responsible for building organisational capability and maturity across key functional areas, including infrastructure planning, asset management, sustainability and the transition to net zero, climate risk management, and security.

This is a unique opportunity for a Senior Manager to join this multi-disciplinary team and manage the planning and execution of key strategic projects and initiatives. You’ll join a diverse and inclusive team with a flexible and agile working culture, and significant opportunities to learn and grow.

 

What you’ll do

 

As part of the Strategy, Innovation and Sustainability team within Infrastructure and assets, you will be responsible for but not limited to:

 

• Lead, manage and support the end-to-end delivery of complex projects and initiatives that enhance organisational capability and performance across infrastructure, sustainability, climate resilience, and security.
• Provide strategic insight and analysis on emerging drivers, trends, risks, and opportunities that may impact DCJ's assets and services to support long-term planning and decision-making.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with key stakeholders across DCJ, government agencies, and external partners to foster collaboration and drive integrated outcomes.
• Deliver high-quality advice and reporting to executive leadership, Ministers, and governance bodies on strategic priorities, risks, and performance across relevant domains.
• Lead team building and management activities to drive capability uplift, improve performance and ensure achievement of organisational objectives.
• Represent DCJ in strategic forums, contributing to whole-of-government initiatives, policy development, and cross-sector collaboration.

 

 

What we’re looking for

 

We’re looking for someone who can work independently to deliver complex projects and initiatives, build strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, and explain technical information in a way that’s clear and easy to understand. This role is an opportunity to make a real impact by delivering projects that support priority government outcomes.

 

Download the role description.

 

We focus on hiring people who share our commitment and goals of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, courage and integrity. If you meet the essential requirements and the role resonates with you, please apply – you do not need to meet every desired requirement for us to want to talk to you.

 

What We Offer

 

We offer a variety of benefits, including:

 

• A challenging and rewarding career

• Flexible, autonomous work environment

• Competitive pay and conditions

• Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities

• Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs.

 

Want more information?  Visit our website to see more information on Working for us.

 

We do work that really matters

 

Working for the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) provides lots of opportunities to make a real difference. We collaborate with other agencies and community partners, to improve lives and realise the potential of children, adults, families and communities. We're focused on breaking, rather than managing, disadvantage. It’s work that really matters.

 

Apply now and join Australia’s top public sector employer where we will support you and provide an exciting and flexible working environment!

 

Are you ready to join us?

 

Click apply, attach a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements of the role as well as an up-to-date résumé (maximum 5 pages).

 

Applications close Monday, 6th July 2029 at 11:59pm AEST.

 

Got a question?

 

For more information about the role or what it’s like to work for DCJ, please contact the hiring manager Bree Goddard, Associate Director, Strategy, Innovation and Sustainability on 0437 908 221 or at [email protected]

 

If you’ve got a question about applying or would benefit from an adjustment in the recruitment process to help you perform at your best (including an alternate method submission of the application), please call Sarah Nguyen on 02 9765 5046 or via [email protected]

 

Visit Recruitment adjustments on the DCJ website to learn more.

 

Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit

 

We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups.

 

To find out what DCJ are doing to build an inclusive and diverse workforce, visit Inclusion and diversity on the DCJ website.

 

Other Information

 

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.

 

For more information visit Your recruitment journey on the DCJ website.

 

 

Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.

 

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