Are you a forward-thinking leader, who is led by their values, with a strong track record of results? Do you hold experience in organisational strategy and shaping workforce culture? Can you bring energy, innovation and direction to the agency to ensure that our efforts are aligned with our strategic objectives? If you are passionate about shaping the future of aged care and improving the lives of older Australians, this is your opportunity to make a difference. The key duties of the position include Reporting to the Inspector-General of Aged Care, as a key member of the executive leadership team, the Agency Executive Director provides strategic direction and agency-wide oversight across its corporate functions, a very active communications and engagement function, and the monitoring, complaints-oversight and strategic projects unit. The role also provides strategic support to the reporting teams. The role is key in aligning infrastructure, systems, and people to deliver on our strategic priorities. This role also ensures that the agency meets its statutory obligations, operates with integrity and transparency, and that it remains well-positioned for a sustainable future. The Agency Executive Director is the most senior support to the Inspector-General and a strong, trusting relationship between the role and the Inspector-General is vital. The Agency Executive Director is responsible for: Executive leadership: Contributing to the overall leadership and direction of the agency, the Agency Executive Director provides trusted support to the Inspector-General of Aged Care and operates as a key member of the executive leadership team. Strategic planning: Collaboratively developing and implementing the agency's strategic framework, and delivering on whole of agency priorities, with key responsibility for the delivery of the OIGAC's strategic objectives, and strategic mentoring to all the business units of the agency. This is particularly important for the areas that directly report to the Executive Director with respect to the agency's influential communication, monitoring and complaints oversight, strategic projects and corporate functions. Governance and operations: Managing the efficient and effective operations of the OIGAC, across human resources, finance, procurement, ICT, and governance. Ensuring OIGAC's compliance with regulatory requirements and obligations and managing operational risk to protect the agency's assets and reputation. Workforce management: Taking accountability for leading, mentoring, and managing the performance of a highly capable and collaborative workforce, with a commitment to continuous improvement. Cultural safety: Setting the standard for diversity and inclusion and contributing to a culturally and psychologically safe workplace where people can perform at their best.
