Director Data Management
Job Details
Job Title: Director Data Management
Employment Type: Ongoing
Classification: Parliamentary Executive Level 2
Closing Date: 11:30pm AEDT, Friday, 27 September 2024
Contact: Kate Cook, 62772633, kate.cook@aph.gov.au
The Opportunity
The Department of Parliamentary Services (DPS) is recruiting for a Parliamentary Executive Level 2 Director Data Management within Digital Recording Services Branch.
The Department of Parliamentary Services (DPS) supports the work of the Australian Parliament and Australian Parliament House and is responsible for a wide range of services and facilities. DPS has over 1,000 employees, working across a diverse range of areas which includes corporate services, security and building maintenance, reporting, and broadcasting, library services, catering, visitor and art services and ICT services (at APH and Electorate Offices nation-wide).
The Information Services Division (ISD) provides information and communications technology, Hansard and broadcasting services to the Parliament. ICT services are provided to Parliament House, electorate offices across Australia and Commonwealth Parliament Offices.
The Data Management section sits within the Digital Recording Services (DRS) Branch and is a small but specialised team. The Director Data Management leads the strategic and operational aspects of the collection, storage, retrieval and use of data within the department. The role works to ensure that data is accurate, secure, and compliant with relevant regulations, legislation and whole of government approaches. The Director Data Management has a key role in data analysis and reporting, helping the department to gain insights from their data to make informed decisions.
The Director Data Management is responsible for actively managing key stakeholder relationships within and external to the department and manages a small work team. This role is required to undertake work that is complex or sensitive and operates under broad direction. This role exercises a considerable degree of independence and performs a leadership role in the branch. The Director Data Management exercises sound decision-making and judgement and engages in complex problem-solving and issues management. This role may also coordinate and/or undertake detailed or sensitive projects that impact strategic, political, or operational outcomes for the department.
Who we are looking for
Our ideal candidate will be:
Passionate about delivering data driven outcomes, with experience and interest in evolving technologies. You will be pivotal in advancing our data management capabilities, leveraging your extensive experience in data management and data governance in complex environments. You will have exceptional stakeholder engagement skills and be highly adept at managing diverse stakeholders with differing needs. You will also have demonstrated experience in supporting business transformation and improvement strategies and initiatives.
Job Specific Requirements:
• The successful applicant will be required to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting 1 (Confidential/Highly Protected/Secret) security clearance.
At DPS, we acknowledge the value diversity brings. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that ensures all our people can contribute to our shared purpose. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, mature age people, people from diverse backgrounds and people with disability.
Duty Statement
Classification: Parliamentary Executive Level 2
Branch: Digital Recording Services Branch
Section: Enterprise Information & Data Management
Immediate supervisor: Assistant Secretary Digital Recording Services
Under limited/general direction undertake duties in accordance with the agreed standards for the Parliamentary Executive Level 2 classification. The duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Implement the DPS Data Management Plan, ensuring it aligns with the Australian Parliament Digital Strategy 2023-2027, Capability Roadmaps, and whole of government data objectives,
2. Develop plans and frameworks to address the department’s data priorities and maturity, including (but not limited to) a data governance framework, data literacy plan and data management policies,
3. Lead the development of a data asset register to build a consistent and holistic understanding of the department’s data holdings,
4. Champion a data curious and literate culture through communications, analysis and visualisation tools, and professional development opportunities,
5. Continuously review and monitor the department’s compliance with data management legislation, and whole of government policies,
6. Communicate complex requirements to stakeholders to ensure that messages are understood and enable them to identify and structure responses to key questions and issues.
Employees of DPS are required to be able, and to be seen to be able, to provide professional advice and services to all Senators and Members without favour or prejudice.
Selection Criteria
Classification: Parliamentary Executive Level 2
Branch: Digital Recording Services Branch
Section: Enterprise Information & Data Management
• Strong leadership skills and ability to influence internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of statistical methods, modelling and research methodology.
• Experience working with stakeholders to identify business issues and translate queries into data needs.
• Experience in data stewardship including the application of legislative frameworks and better practice.
• Experience and knowledge of information and data governance (systems, quality and management).
• Commitment to supporting and contributing to a culture of collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Ability to harness and acknowledge the subject matter expertise present within the team.
• Commitment to honest, transparent and timely communication.
• Eligible Qualifications and/or other Requirements:
o relevant qualifications and/or significant experience in data management and governance
o demonstrated understanding of government data management legislation and policy
Our purpose and values
We proudly provide innovative, unified, and client-focused services to the Australian Parliament and parliamentarians. We are a values driven department, placing our values at the heart of everything we do; from our service offerings and decision making to our interactions with stakeholders and each other.
Our people are employed in a broad and unique range of professional, customer service and trade-based roles, all joined by a shared purpose: to make an enduring contribution to Australia’s parliamentary democracy. We have an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the community we serve. While we come from all walks of life, we share a commitment to care for and protect our iconic workplace.
Every year, almost one million people visit Australian Parliament House to experience the parliamentary process, the building’s architecture, nationally significant art collections, events, tours, and food and dining experiences – all made possible by our people, who are active participants in an environment where no two days are the same.
How to apply
Please upload your response to the selection criteria, noting that each criteria has a word limit of 200 words.
What we can offer
Join our community based on innovative, unified, and client-focused services, where your skills and development will be nurtured. You will also enjoy:
• access to flexible work arrangements
• ongoing opportunities to learn and develop new capabilities
• a competitive remuneration package
• free secure underground parking
• free gym membership and access to recreational facilities
• on-site childcare, banking services, post office, value-for-money dining options and more.
Salary
An attractive salary, which could be negotiated with the successful candidate, is on offer
Conditions of Employment
Employment opportunities at Department of Parliamentary Services are subject to a range of conditions prescribed in the Parliamentary Service Act 1999 which include:
• Australian citizenship – to be eligible for employment with DPS, applicants must be an Australian Citizen.
• Security clearance and character clearance – the preferred applicant will be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the level specified, as well as complete and be deemed suitable through a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
• Health assessment – a pre-employment health assessment will be required where there are physical or medical requirements for the role.