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Job Title


Director Financial Sustainability Taskforce


Company : Department of Health (WA Health)


Location : Perth, Australia


Created : 2025-07-02


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

CRVCID: 680416This is a Recruitment Pool for a Fixed Term Full Time appointment until 16 June 2027, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.WA Health embraces diversity and is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service.WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.WA Health is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Healths Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 19 June 2027.Position Profile: The Director, Financial Sustainability Taskforce, will play a pivotal leadership role in driving the development and implementation of complex strategic projects to enhance the financial sustainability of the WA health system. The position will ensure effective strategic planning, delivery, and management of risks and dependencies, while facilitating seamless communication and coordination across multiple project work streams to achieve system-wide reform outcomes.With strong financial acumen, the Director will support the Assistant Director General Finance and Business, Director General, Health Executive, and Department Executive Committees in developing financial improvement strategies, implementing reform actions, monitoring progress, and assessing outcomes. The role will oversee governance and accountability frameworks, coordinate reform delivery, and contribute to performance monitoring and reporting with a strong focus on change management and implementation of change protocols System wide. This will be a unique opportunity for an experienced and forward-thinking leader with significant financial and reform leadership experience to influence the long-term financial future of WA Health through innovation, collaboration, and impactful change.Employee Benefits: In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):11.5% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information click here.Access to salary packaging arrangementsProfessional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistanceFlexible working arrangementsFlexible leave arrangementsSelection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form (available online at www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au).For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact Lorraine Williamson on 08 6213 5750.If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.Application Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply online (www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au).Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 2-3 pages and provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements. These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. #J-18808-Ljbffr