This is a Director, Strategy and Coordination role with Department for Education, South Australia based in Adelaide, SA, AU Department for Education, South Australia Role Seniority - director More about the Director, Strategy and Coordination role at Department for Education, South Australia Department for Education Job reference: 836979 Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE Job status: Long Term Contract Eligibility: SA Public Sector Employees only The Department for Education is seeking a Director, Strategy and Coordination to coordinate delivery of the Department’s strategic agenda with a key role in formulating policy and project initiatives to drive innovation and improvement across SA Public Education. If you are an exceptional communcator, with highly developed leadership skills that foster a culture of performance, collaboration and a drive for excellence and impact, we want to hear from you. Why Work With Us Every child and young person deserves a great education. We have a strategy that aims to unlock every child’s potential now and into the future, one that in partnership with learners, students, parents, and the wider South Australian community will build a world-leading public education system. One that is equitable and prioritises learning and wellbeing. Together we will make our education system the best it can be. When our children and young people thrive, so do our communities and our state. About The Role The Director, Strategy and Coordination, is an integrator and an enabler in supporting the development of, and delivery against, the Department's strategic agenda through the facilitation of departmental effort which achieves our strategic intent. Having line of sight and a leadership role in delivering the Government's priorities and the department's overarching strategy, the Director has strong relationships into the Office for the Minister of Education, Training and Skills, the Senior Executive Group and functional leads aiding the effective strategic planning, prioritisation and coordination of the department's priorities. The Director also has a portfolio of responsibility that responds to the changing needs of the Public Education System and in support of the requirements and expectations of the Chief Executive and Senior Executive Group. This will require working directly to and with senior executives, the Minister and his staff, as well as senior parts of Government to enable our strategic intent and support the department's effectiveness. As such, the Director coordinates effort and is entrusted to provide advice and guidance to executives and senior officers. The Director Strategy and Coordination will also facilitate priority strategic policy and project initiatives on behalf of SEG and the CE using time limited agile approaches. About You A natural leader who drives performance, professionalism and a culture of excellence A skilled relationship builder who unites people around complex strategic challenges Politically astute with the confidence to operate and influence at the highest levels Decisive and accountable, with the ability to cut through complexity and advise on what truly matters A proven deliverer who gets results in high-profile, high-scrutiny environments Essential Qualifications And Competencies An appropriate tertiary qualification including post-graduate qualifications in an appropriate discipline desirable or relevant experience Experience leading in a large and complex organisation at a senior level, ensuring the translation of priorities into executed deliverables You must have, or be able to obtain, a Department for Human Resources issued Working With Children Check What You Will Get In Return A three-year executive contract Lead strategy and business outcomes within one of SA’s biggest departments Be a part of a forward-thinking and dynamic team and enjoy a supportive and collaborative work environment Special Conditions The successful applicant is required to gain a Department for Human Services (DHS) working with children check (WWCC) prior to being employed which is required to be renewed every five years before expiry. The incumbent will be required to undertake RRHAN –EC (Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect - Education Care) Facilitator Lead (Masterclass) extended course or the online (Fundamentals) course which will be required to be updated every three years. For all other Special Conditions please refer to the attached Position Description. Enquiries Enquiries can be directed to Ben Temperly, Deputy Chief Executive Strategy and Corporate Services via email: Ben.Temperly@sa.gov.au Application Instructions Applications should be made through the IWorkForSA website. Applicants are required to submit a CV and a cover letter, outlining their suitability against the position description. People of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and/or those who have a disability are strongly encouraged to apply. Additional Note This is a full-time contract role (1.0 FTE), initial 3-year contract Applications close: 15/03/2026 11:30 PM Attachments App Cover Sheet - PSAct.pdf Position Description - Director Strategy and Coordination - Feb 26.pdf VL233 Pre-employment declaration.pdf Flexibility Statement The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role. Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Department for Education, South Australia team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Coordinating strategic agendas Advising executives Facilitating policy initiatives Key Strengths Leadership skills ️ Communication skills Strategic thinking ️ Political acumen Project management Relationship building A Final Note: This is a role with Department for Education, South Australia not with Hatch.
