Director Finance
Government of Western Australia
- Osborne Park, WA
- $180,367-193,487 per year
- Contract
- Full-time
Critical to our success in delivering value for the future of Western Australians is the leadership capability of our people. We believe that everyone is a leader, regardless of their role and we are committed to advancing our collective leadership impact by adopting the behaviours and mindsets in .The Role
The Director Finance as the Chief Finance Officer, is responsible for leading and managing the finance services across the TAFE sector, which comprises the Department of Training and Workforce Development and the five TAFE colleges.The Director Finance delivers high-level strategic financial management, offering expert advice and direction on financial implications and risks affecting both current operations and future service delivery. Additionally, the role also oversees the provision of transactional finance services to the TAFE sector.As a pivotal leadership role within the Department, the Director of Finance is an integral member of the Corporate Executive Team. The role is responsible for fostering a high-performing professional team, committed to exemplary customer service and operational excellence that role models Department values and Code of Conduct.This role is critical to creating a strong leadership environment by bringing about positive behaviour change in practice.As a measure to achieve equality under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people (24 years of age and under) and people with disability who meet the requirements of the position may be prioritised for appointment.Employee Benefits
You will have access to a range of benefits which may include:
- Flexible work arrangements including flexitime and working remotely;
- Flexible leave arrangements, including study leave;
- A comprehensive health and wellbeing program including Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Contact Officers;
- Career and professional development programs and opportunities; and
- Salary packaging options.
For full details of the role, eligibility requirements and what we are looking for, read the attached job description and application package.If you have any questions about the position, please contact Graham Thompson, Executive Director Corporate on (08) 6551 5300 or emailIf you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process, including alternate methods of communication, please contact Human Resources via or via (08) 6551 5071.How to apply
Applicants are required to apply online and need to submit an application consisting of:
- a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume, providing sufficient information to enable an assessment of your skills and experience relevant to this role and
- a brief covering letter not exceeding three pages, relating your skills and experience to the selection criteria and expected leadership behaviours as outlined in the attached Job Description Form.
The onus is on the applicant to ensure that their application is received by the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.This selection process may be used to identify suitable applicants for similar vacancies that arise within the next twelve months. The Department may conduct further search activities after the closing date, if required, to extend the field of applicants.