Assistant Director, Financial Reform and Strategic Programs

Use your leadership to drive transformation, influence key decisions and deliver outcomes that matter across government.

1. Full-time ongoing appointment
2. Lead high-impact reform and influence agency-wide decision-making
3. Drive improvements in organisational performance and financial sustainability.

Role Status: Full-time ongoing appointment

Remuneration: SS/SM2 ($148,683) plus 12% superannuation

Use your influence to shape decisions that guide how the Department for Child Protection delivers services and allocates resources.

As the Assistant Director, Financial Reform and Strategic Programs, you will lead major reform initiatives within the Department for Child Protection, contributing to the Budget Performance Improvement Program and broader whole-of-government priorities.

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, you will play a key role in shaping and delivering strategic transformation across financial systems, commercial strategy and organisational performance. Working in a complex and evolving environment, you will identify opportunities to improve efficiency, strengthen governance and deliver sustainable outcomes aligned to government priorities.

This role requires a strategic and influential leader who can navigate complexity, build strong partnerships and translate emerging challenges into practical solutions. You will work closely with senior executives, central agencies and key stakeholders to align priorities and support effective delivery of departmental initiatives.

What You Will Bring

1. Experience leading significant reform, transformation or financial management programs in complex organisational environments
2. Proven ability to influence executive decision-making and provide trusted strategic advice, supported by high-quality reports and briefings
3. Strong leadership in delivering organisational change, business improvement and governance outcomes
4. Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with a track record of delivering practical solutions to challenging problems
5. Experience building strategic partnerships and influencing cross-sector outcomes.

Why Apply?

This is a unique opportunity to influence reform that shapes the Department for Child Protection's strategic direction and long-term financial position.

Beyond the reform agenda, this role offers the opportunity to contribute to a purpose-driven organisation committed to improving outcomes for vulnerable children and young people. By helping ensure the Department remains financially sustainable and operationally effective, you will play an important role in supporting the services that children, young people and families rely on.

You will join a collaborative and forward-thinking team committed to meaningful change, continuous improvement and lasting impact.

Special Conditions:

Essential:

1. Tertiary qualification in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
2. Current Working With Children Check

For a successful application you will need to respond to all points listed under the your capabilities section of the attached role description. Please also note any special conditions that may be listed.

Want to know more?

Contact Angel Xenikis - Office Manager and Executive Assistant to the Chief Financial Officer for a confidential discussion

Via tel: (08) 8226 1102 or email: [email protected]

Our workplace reflects the diverse communities we serve, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. This includes women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ communities, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, safe, and respectful workplace where everyone feels supported.

To apply for this role, please click on the apply button to be redirected to the DCP Career Portal.

Applications Close: 24 June 2026, 11:00 PM