Reporting to the Executive Director, Safeguarding and Regulation, the Director will lead the Reportable Conduct Scheme Branch, provide strategic oversight of the scheme's operational delivery and embedding recent child safety reforms. The role will contribute to strengthening the Regulator's intelligence-led, risk-based approach to regulation.

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

- Provide executive-level advice and oversight on the administration and delivery of the Reportable Conduct Scheme.
- Lead the continuous improvement of regulatory practices, policies, and procedures.
- Lead the branch through organisational change and reform, fostering a high-performing and accountable team.
- Develop data and intelligence-led approaches to identify emerging trends, risks and opportunities for improvement.
- Build and maintain strategic partnerships with peer regulators,



government agencies and key stakeholders.
- Contribute to divisional and organisational strategy, executive leadership, and broader regulatory reform initiatives.

ABOUT YOU

You will bring executive-level experience in child safety, social services, law or regulation, with demonstrated strategic leadership, stakeholder engagement and change management capabilities.

Applicants must have relevant VPS experience, be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process. Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.

📌 Director, Reportable Conduct Scheme (Melbourne)
🏢 Social Services Regulator (SSR)
📍 Melbourne