Department of Communities and Justice is looking for an innovative, strategic, and experienced leader who is passionate to lead successful co-design and implementation of the district priorities to develop inclusive and sustainable local communities.

Help shape and influence as we continue our exciting growth journey.

• NSW Public Service Senior Executive Band 1 
• Total Remuneration Payable from $211,222 - $235,325
• Location: Sydney, South Eastern Sydney and Northern Sydney Districts offering flexible and hybrid working arrangements  
• Temporary Opportunity up to 18 months 

About Department of Communities and Justice  

The Department of Communities and Justice carries an important purpose across many areas of its work, particularly when it comes to improving outcomes for children and young people, Aboriginal people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people experiencing domestic and family violence, victims of sexual assault, juvenile offenders, people at high risk of reoffending, and people experiencing homelessness.

Working together for stronger communities means we can continue to deliver our services with a more unified and collaborative approach. This means a greater focus on prevention and early intervention, faster responses, more seamless operations, less duplication of effort and better outcomes.

About the Director Commissioning and Planning Opportunity

Commissioning and Planning works in partnership with government, non-government, and community agencies to manage performance contracting, planning and improvement activities that are underpinned by sound evidence-based practices, meet local needs, and manage funding allocation and spend. 

The Department of Communities and Justice is looking for a resilient and innovative Director who is passionate about leading the district’s market stewardship through information sharing, engagement, and collaboration that address performance-related barriers, this includes encouraging market access, growth of high performers, management of under performers, and support for market performance. 

As the Director Commissioning and Planning you will lead and mentor your team, investing time developing capability and building resilience with your team to ensure a balance between competition and collaboration, and optimising transparency and accountability, while at the same time stimulating knowledge sharing and innovation. 

The role will oversee and lead the Homeless Outreach unit and will contribute in the development of building and strengthening services to Aboriginal peoples and communities, and having those services delivered by Aboriginal Community-Controlled Organisations (ACCOs).

The Director Commissioning and Planning will also be responsible for:

• Leading market stewardship for the Sydney, South Eastern, Sydney and Northern Sydney District.
• Driving operational performance activities, forming alliances with non- government organisations and communities to deliver appropriate integrated community services to the region.
• Directing and delivering on reforms across the district, providing high level strategic advice.
• Forecasting and planning appropriate services to meet local demands in the region  
• Developing and implementing team management, work planning and coaching initiatives
• Managing financial budgets, reporting, and resourcing

For more details regarding this role, please click HERE to view the role description. 

Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit

We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience, and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+ and other diversity groups.

Essential Employment Screening Requirements:

Current driver’s license and preparedness to drive a vehicle in the course of performing the role.

Appointments are subject to reference checks. Some roles may also require the following checks/ clearances:

• National Criminal History Record Check in accordance with the Disability Inclusion Act 2014
• Working with Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012.

Applying for the role

• Submit a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role
• Attach an up-to-date resume (maximum of 5 pages)
• Please note the maximum salary range published is not negotiable.  

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months. 

For any enquires in relation to the role please contact Briony Foster - Executive District Director, Sydney, South Eastern Sydney and Northern Sydney Districts via email at [email protected] using the subject line: Director Commissioning and Planning enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Our commitment to excellence

The Department of Communities and Justice wants a high performing workforce. As a result, we value diversity and promote inclusion. We actively seek to employ women, people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTI and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. 

Thank you for your interest in the Commissioning and Planning role.