Job Reference:

6VBF9DD6

Eligibility:

SA Public Sector Employees Only

Division:

Office of Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence

Location:

Adelaide

Salary Range:

Classification:

SAES1

Engagement Type:

Term Contract

Closing Date:

11 Oct 2026

Role Highlights

- Convenient CBD location
- Flexible working arrangements available
- Vibrant, committed and supportive team

Here at the Department of Human Services (DHS), we strive to deliver modern programs, services and policy that strengthen communities and enable South Australians to actively participate in community life. With people at the heart of what we do and a commitment to child safety, ageing well and supporting people with disability, we work to increase inclusion, independence and decision-making, and help our communities when it matters most.

About the Business

The Office of Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence leads the South Australian Government’s response to domestic, family and sexual violence (DFSV).

- It coordinates policy development,
- provides a coordination role for DFSV across government,
- engages with stakeholders to design and implement system change, and
- ensures lived experience voices are embedded in service design and decision-making.

The Office of DFSV is the coordinating response unit between the South Australian Government and the Royal Commission into Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence (Royal Commission).

The Strategy and Governance directorate within the Office of Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence (DFSV) is responsible for developing and implementing statewide

strategic policy and advocating and influencing national policy. The Directorate is also responsible for commissioning, funding and corporate

governance. The Directorate sits within the Office of DFSV which works across government to ensure people of all ages, abilities and identities are secure,

respected, and supported to be free from the experience and use of domestic, family and sexual violence.





Role Details

The Director, Strategy and Governance is a role within the Office of Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence (DFSV) and is accountable to the Executive Director, DFSV for:

- Setting the strategic direction for DFSV responses, including leading the development and implementation of policies, legislation, and initiatives that are aimed at ensuring people of all ages, abilities and identities are safe, respected, and supported to be free from the experience and use of DFSV.
- Providing expert advice and high-level support to the Minister, Chief Executive, Executive Director, and other stakeholders to influence systemic change and intergovernmental priorities.
- Overseeing the delivery of major funding and service initiatives to address domestic, family, and sexual violence, ensuring accountability and measurable outcomes.
- Building and maintaining strong partnerships across government, industry, and the community to align state strategic efforts with the National Plan to

End Violence Against Women and Children 2022-2032 and Our Ways – Strong Ways – Our Voices: National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Plan to End Family, Domestic and Sexual Violence 2026–2036.

Special Conditions
National Police Check required.

Attachments:

Role Description - Director Strategy and Governance - SAES1.pdf

Contact Us

Enquiries to Kerry Beck

0438 734 ***

Diversity And Inclusion

DHS is committed to making our services and workplaces safe and inclusive for all people and ensuring the full diversity of the communities we serve are represented in our workforce,



including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability and/or neurodivergence, young people, older people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, LGBTIQA+ and gender diverse people.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. If you require assistance with this process, please contact us at **************@sa.gov.au and a member of the team will get back to you.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working, including part time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss flexible working arrangements for this role.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. We also celebrate the many strengths and skills people with disability and/or neurodivergent people bring to our workplace and acknowledge our role in ensuring a supportive work environment for people with disability and/or neurodivergent people to thrive in.

Application Instructions
Resume and Cover Letter

You are required to submit a cover letter, up to a maximum of two pages, addressing how your skills, attributes and experience meet the role specific capabilities and attach your current resume via the online application form. For more information about applying, refer to our Job Application Guide

Screening Checks

If you are new to the department and are invited to an interview, you will be required to produce a National Police Check, which has been issued within six months of your application for the role. National Police Checks can be applied for via the South Australia Police or through an Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission accredited body.
If the role you are applying for also requires an Employment-related Screening Check, you will be required to undergo such assessment as is advised by DHS, including periodic assessment during your employment.

📌 DIRECTOR, STRATEGY AND GOVERNANCE (Adelaide)
🏢 Department of Human Services
📍 Adelaide