Director, Strategic Policy, Partnerships and Reform - Adelaide

Job summary

Lead, reform and shape policies to improve outcomes for children & young people. Influence strategically with Ministers, communities, and sector partners. Inspire and lead high-performing teams to drive policy outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and review child protection strategy, policy and reform initiatives informed by research, data, and evidence.
• Effective stakeholder engagement which facilitates collaboration and strong partnerships with the sector, Aboriginal communities and Minister.
• Champion the voices of children and young people in all policies, services and reforms.
• Conduct research to inform whole-of-system strategic planning and maintain oversight of program initiatives.
• Lead the development of strategic programs that drive reform and improve outcomes for children, young people and families.
• Effective resource management, including grants administration, budget oversight, and identification of funding opportunities.
• Provide timely, trusted policy advice to executive and the Minister on emerging issues at both state and national levels.
• Raise awareness of child protection across the broader community.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

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