Department for Child Protection
Job reference: ******
Location: **** - ADELAIDE
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to EveryoneRole Status: Full-time temporary vacancy
available until 8 October ****
Remuneration: ASO7 ($116,089 - $125,490) plus 12%
superannuation
Role Details:
Immerse yourself in a specialist role, where your
knowledge will facilitate efficiency and the successful delivery of
projects.
Join the team in our metropolitan Adelaide
office as a Business Engagement Team Lead, where
you will manage a team of business analysts to strengthen
communication channels between the IT department and other business
units across DCP.
You will ensure IT solutions are aligned with
organisational needs to inform business stakeholders throughout the
IT development lifecycle.
This collaborative role will shape the
department's performance outcomes through your valuable guidance
and expertise.
Desirable Qualifications:
CBAP®, ITIL®, Agile, Lean/Six Sigma, Project Management or
associated certifications.
BABOK knowledge.
In this role, you will:
Oversee complex and specialist business functions through
critical analysis and documentation
Mentor and coach a team of Senior Business Analysts to
facilitate exemplary support to key stakeholders
Deeply understand the ever-evolving business needs of the
organisation to establish sound IT solutions and services
Coordinate gathering sessions to inform relevant
stakeholders of business requirements, project timelines and
operational impacts
Implement strategic direction surrounding emerging
technologies to improve IT solutions.
About you:
You will exhibit exceptional interpersonal skills to convey




complex information and nuanced concepts
You have led and coached a high-functioning team of
business analysts
You possess knowledge of integral project management and
ICT frameworks
You are proficient in South Australian Government ICT
policies and guidelines
You can critically analyse and conduct detailed research to
attain business objectives.
Why You'll Love It Here - DCP Benefits That
Matter:
At DCP, these are just some of the benefits you'll enjoy:
A collaborative team environment, working alongside people
who are committed to best practice and making a meaningful
impact
Flexible working options with tailored arrangements to help
you balance work and life
Paid Parental and Partner Leave – additional paid time to
support you and your growing family
Recognition and Growth – we celebrate your achievements and
open doors to development across DCP
Salary Packaging – reduce your taxable income with a range
of pre-tax benefits
Health and Fitness Perks – free flu vaccination plus access
to more than 1,700 gyms, fitness centres and pools across
Australia through our Fitness Passport program for you and your
family
Wellbeing Support - confidential Employee Assistance
Program services for you and your family.
See our full list of benefits.
About DCP




The Department for Child Protection (DCP) plays a key role in
the protection of children, young people and their families within
South Australia.
The department provides support to vulnerable
children and young people to be secure, strong and connected.
Special Conditions:
A current Australian driver's licence and a willingness to
drive is desirable.
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 Leon Doecke – Senior Manager, Business
Engagement & Solutions Development for a confidential
discussion
Via tel: ******** *** or email: ******
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: 03/09/2026 11:00 PM
Attachments:- DCP Job Application Guide.pdf
- Role Description - Business Engagement Team Lead, ICT - ASO7.pdf
Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time.
Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

📌 Business Engagement Team Lead (Adelaide)
🏢 Department For Child Protection
📍 Adelaide