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Executive Director Child Protection and PermanencyCompany description: Department of Communities and JusticeJob description:Executive Director, Child Protection and PermanencyBased in multiple locations across NSW6 x FullTime Ongoing Positions availableSalary Range: $315,187 $352,606 total remuneration payableThese roles may be appointed to lead at a District level, across practice or statewide services. Specific scope will be confirmed at appointment.Your roleThe Executive Director, Child Protection and Permanency leads the operational management of the directorates and shapes a human services system that delivers highquality child protection and outofhome care (OOHC) services for children, young people, and families. You will champion best practice, implement evidencebased strategies, and build workforce capability to drive innovation and deliver outcomes aligned with NSW Government priorities.What you''ll doLead the operational management of child protection and OOHC directorates to deliver safe, highquality services.Drive strategic reforms and evidencebased approaches to improve outcomes for children, young people, and families.Champion best practice frameworks and cultural responsiveness across the service system.Oversee financial management, risk mitigation, and performance to meet government priorities and community expectations.Build strong partnerships with government, NGOs, and Aboriginal communities to enable collaborative service delivery.What we''re looking forStrategic Leadership: Proven ability to set direction, inspire teams, and deliver complex reforms.Expertise in Child Protection: Deep understanding of child safety, OOHC, and legislative frameworks.Cultural Responsiveness: Commitment to inclusive practices and engagement with Aboriginal communities.Stakeholder Engagement: Skilled in building trust and collaboration across sectors and agencies.Advisory Skills: Ability to provide clear, expert advice on sensitive and complex issues.Operational Excellence: Strong financial acumen and experience managing largescale operations.Resilience and Integrity: Capacity to lead in highpressure environments with transparency and accountability.Change Management: Experience driving innovation and continuous improvement.Inclusive Leadership: Ability to develop workforce capability and foster a positive, highperforming culture.Working for DCJ provides opportunities to make a real difference; we collaborate with agencies and community partners to improve lives and realise the potential of children, adults, families and communities.Applications close Sunday 21 December 2025 at 11:59pm AEDT.If you are interested in the role or have questions about the application process, please contact Marijana Puric at [email protected] or the DCJ Senior Executive Recruitment team at [email protected] welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers, and other diversity groups.Thank you for your interest in the role; we look forward to receiving your application. #J-18808-Ljbffr