Add expected salary to your profile for insights. Applications are invited for the position of Chief Information Officer. Reporting to the Chief Executive, this pivotal position is a strategic leadership role with accountability for the strategic direction, governance, and delivery of integrated information management and technology services that are aligned to the organisation's strategy. Ownership of data and cyber security sits firmly with this role. It is envisaged that over the next five years, this role will lead the uplift of internal systems to enhance our employees' effectiveness and customer service delivery. The Insurance Commission will offer a five-year contract with a competitive executive-level remuneration package to attract an outstanding candidate. The Person As a member of the Executive Team, you will bring proven capabilities in leading and managing a complex ICT environment of existing systems whilst seeking ways to adopt new technologies. You will have the ability to apply your values-based leadership in building capabilities and inspiring a team culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and customer focus. To be a strong contender for this role, intending applicants must be capable of developing and executing organisation-wide technology strategies that ensure internal technology supports day-to-day operations as well as building new technologies into our operating models to enhance service delivery. Your proven expertise in ICT governance, cyber security, and stakeholder engagement will be well regarded. About Us The Insurance Commission is a State-owned Government Trading Enterprise that provides motor injury insurance to 2.7 million Western Australian motorists and manages the self-insurance arrangements of the Western Australian Government. The Insurance Commission has generated $1.3 billion in revenue and earnings for the six months to 31 December 2024 and, with total assets of almost $9 billion, is a substantial self-funded statutory authority. At the Insurance Commission, we are committed to a high-performance corporate culture and having a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers. Our commitment to continuous improvement is creating new opportunities for talented people to enhance service delivery. What You’ll Enjoy Benefits of working with us include flexible working arrangements, career development opportunities, and a Perth CBD location close to transport hubs. For more information, refer to our Careers page. Workplace Diversity The Insurance Commission aims to have a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and encourages applications from women, young people, Indigenous Australians, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with disabilities. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application and throughout the recruitment process. All information provided is private and confidential and will only be used for the purposes of providing reasonable adjustments. Partnership with the National Disability Recruitment Coordinator We have partnered with Job Access - National Disability Recruitment Coordinator (NDRC) to help us build a more inclusive environment that meets the objectives outlined in our Human Resource Blueprint and the Disability Access and Inclusion Plan. Further information about their services is available on their website. Application Requirements To be considered, applicants are encouraged to provide a detailed resume and a two-page response addressing all the work-related requirements for the role contained in the job description form. For more information or to apply, please visit JobsWA. Applications must be received by 4.00 pm (AWST) Monday, 18 August 2025. Appointment Information In addition to the immediately available position, appointments may be made from this process within a 12-month period to similar positions that may be permanent or contract, including fixed-term appointments with the possibility of extension or subsequent permanency. Please note that we may engage an external recruitment firm to source additional candidates at any stage of this recruitment and selection process. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the satisfactory completion of pre-employment screening. This includes an Australian Criminal History Check, Entitlement to Work in Australia Check, and Verification of Qualification(s) (if applicable). Additional role-specific checks may also be required (e.g., Working with Children check). Enquiries For further information about the role, please contact Grant Edmunds, Head of Human Resources, at (08) 9264 3566. Please also contact us if you require alternative documents and language formats or refer to our website for accessibility, alternative formats, translation, and relay services. Unlock job insights Salary match | Number of applicants | Skills match The Insurance Commission of Western Australia is a statutory corporation and Government Trading Enterprise owned by the Western Australian Government. We are the State’s insurer providing injury insurance to motorists and self-insurance to the Government. Source: This is an extract from the company's own website. What can I earn as a Chief Information Officer? J-18808-Ljbffr
