The Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions is focused on growing Victoria’s prosperity, building the productive capacity of our economy and increasing participation – by creating more opportunities for people through skills and jobs; helping businesses and industries to thrive; and building vibrant communities and regions. For more information, see the DJSIR Strategic Plan 2023-2027

Established on 1 January 2023, our work spans numerous portfolios, supporting departmental ministers and operating across metropolitan, regional and international offices. We oversee various public entities, including public corporations, regulatory authorities and specialist boards.

The Department strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and offers reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities.

Our values are accountability, integrity and respect, and underpin everything we do.

Director, Strategy and National Reform

• Lead key intergovernmental work in the Skills and TAFE portfolio, including with respect to the National Skills Agreement
• Lead high impact strategic reform to the Victorian Skills and TAFE system
• Senior Executive Service Level 1 (SES-1), Fixed Term up to Five (5) Years

The Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions (DJSIR) is seeking to appoint a Director, Strategy and National Reform to provide leadership and authoritative advice on the Skills and Employment Strategy and the National VET system reform.

Reporting to the Executive Director, Policy and Strategy in the Policy and Strategy branch (PSB), this is a pivotal leadership position responsible for leading on strategic intergovernmental policy work across the Victorian Government, including negotiation of the National Skills Agreements (NSA). 

The successful candidate will be an accomplished leader with a strong understanding of Victoria's skills and training sector, including Vocational Education and Training (VET) and the higher education sector.

Further Information

Enquiries about this position should be directed to Teresa Fels, Executive Director, Policy and Strategy at teresa.fels@ecodev.vic.gov.au.

The department is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to taking the necessary steps to protect children from harm by adopting a preventative, proactive and participatory approach to child safety in accordance with the Child Safe Standards.

Successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Records check prior to commencing employment with the Department. For further information on the position, please refer to the attached position description.

We respect and welcome people of all backgrounds, genders, sexualities, abilities, and cultures.

How to Apply

Please click the ‘Apply Now' button at the bottom of this advertisement. As part of the application process, you will need to include a resume and covering letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description.

Applicants should view the full Position Description attached to this advertisement prior to applying. 

Applications close midnight on Monday, 16 December 2024