Description:
About us
The Portable Long Service Authority (the Authority) is a self-funded statutory body established to administer the Long Service Benefits Portability Act 2018. The Act, together with the Long Service Benefits Portability Regulations 2020 provide a Portable Long Service Benefits Scheme. The Authority plays an important role in allowing workers in the community services, contract cleaning and security industries to build up long service benefits based on time in their industry rather than with a single employer. We foster an inclusive and collaborative culture that celebrates achievements and allows everyone to contribute to our success.
About the role
The Manager, Information Technology has responsibility for the management of the Authority's Information Technology core systems and support staff, Business Analysis, and Reporting functions. The role provides leadership and direction to the team and is responsible for managing relationships with key service providers to enable the organisation to be efficient and effective, and that IT systems meet the needs of the Authority. The role provides strategic direction ensuring data is appropriatly protected and that required compliance activities are completed.
About you
To be the successful candidate for the role, you will have experience with and a strong understanding of IT governance frameworks and best practice procedures with a proven ability to provide exceptional leadership and foster a positive team environment. You will be a strategic thinker with demonstrated success in executing operational priorities within tight timelines, engaging a range of stakeholders and facilitating improvement in a dynamic and evolving landscape.
Why work at the Authority
- Located in the heart of Bendigo, where you can enjoy a modern and collaborative working environment with open plan workspaces, fully equipped meeting rooms, and state-of-the-art facilities.
- We value work-life balance and offer hybrid working options, including two days of work from home per week.
- You can benefit from above award wages and annual salary increases under the Victorian Public Service Enterprise Agreement.
- Generous leave entitlements, along with paid study leave, paid parental leave, purchased leave and more.
- Learning and development opportunities, annual performance plans, public sector networking, along with on the job learning and development.
- Your well-being is important to us, which is why we offer a free and confidential Employee Assistance Program, as well as other health and well-being initiatives.
How to apply
Please click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications should include a resume and cover letter addressing the key selection criteria, ensuring you outline how your skills and experience align to the role and regulatory environment. Acknowledgement will be given for demonstrating an understanding of the various elements of the role, including the direction and priorities of the team and the wider Authority.
Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include national police checks and misconduct screening.
We welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, LGBTIQ, people with disability, as diversity and inclusion drives our success.