Inner West Council

Head of Data (Data Manager)

Inner West Council is an Inclusive Employer.

Inner West Council (IWC) is committed to Equal Employment, we welcome and encourage candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to apply.

IWC is dedicated to reflecting our community and strongly encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people of diverse sexualities and genders, Veterans, young people, and mature aged workers to apply.

This is one of the many reasons why IWC was the 2023 AR Bluett Award Winner and recognised as the most progressive council across NSW. We are also The Australian Business Awards Employer of Choice Winner for 2023

IWC are intent on respecting the rights and improving opportunities for people with disability. If you identify as a person with disability and require reasonable adjustments to support you in your application and throughout the recruitment process, please contact:

Reasonable Adjustment Assistance: 

• Julia Phillips, Disability Inclusion Programs Officer - phone: 02 9392 5819, email: julia.phillips@innerwest.nsw.gov.au
• IWC's P&C Workforce and Diversity team, email: diversity@innerwest.nsw.gov.au

*The above contacts are for reasonable adjustment assistance only. Click here for more information on reasonable adjustments

For any other enquiries, specific to this job advert and application, please contact the Hiring Manager. Details are listed under the Enquiries header below. 

About Inner West Council

Inner West Council (IWC) is among Sydney’s larger local metropolitan local government councils looking after a community of 201,000 people living in some of the inner city’s most vibrant, creative, liveable, and diverse suburbs. As we continue to deliver quality, innovative, and inclusive programs and services, we invite you to join in on our journey towards becoming the best council for our community.

The community is at the heart of IWC, and our values of Integrity, Respect, Innovation, Compassion and Collaboration are at the centre of everything that we do.

We offer flexible career life balance with hours that allow you to relax and recharge. We offer a variety of flexible work arrangement options (e.g. flexible hours and working from home) where appropriate giving you even greater quality of work life balance.

Permanent employees benefit from our great value gym membership from $16.60/week giving access to a vast network of gyms in Sydney.

About the role

The Head of Data (Data Manager) will be responsible for developing and executing the Council’s data strategy, ensuring that data is leveraged as a strategic asset to drive business objectives. The role will oversee all aspects of data management and governance, information management, and data analytics. The role will be pivotal in transforming the Council into a data-driven organisation by building a robust data architecture and integrating data into decision-making processes.

Among the core focus of this role are:

• Design and delivery of spatial data and records management to support the Council’s operations.
• Direct and manage the work and activities of staff and ensure that the team consistently works to meet its targets and commitments against their individual or teamwork or performance plans and Council’s Operational and Strategic Plans.
• Lead, manage and inspire the team, coach and develop staff, facilitate partnerships across Council and help solve problems and resolve issues, and model achievement of goals and commitments.

Please read the Position Description to familiarise yourself with all the requirements and conditions of the role. 

Remuneration

An annual Total Remuneration Package (TRP) in recognition of:

• Market relativity
• Additional hours worked to meet position requirements and performance expectations
• Access to IWC motor vehicle lease back scheme
• Option to Salary Sacrifice for nominated otherwise deductible items as requested (if taken up)

Some of the required skills, experience and qualifications 

1. Tertiary qualifications in Data Science, Information Technology or relevant experience.
2. Significant experience in a senior data leadership role, including expertise in data strategy, data management, and data architecture.
3. Expert knowledge and experience in the design and delivery of spatial data and records management solutions.
4. Demonstrated knowledge of data governance, data privacy (State Records Act 1998, Australian Privacy Act 1988, GIPA act 2009), and data security.
5. Expert knowledge of state and local government planning requirements.

Enquiries

Please send your enquiries to Marie Ilacqua, People & Culture Business Partner on marie.ilacqua@innerwest.nsw.gov.au

Closing Date

Sunday 5 January 2025, 11:30PM

We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. Due to the anticipated high number of applications for this role, this position will close as soon as an adequate volume of applications is received. 

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How to Apply

We recommend you read the Position Description for the role to make sure your application addresses the requirements of the position. Council is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all applicants. Please advise us within the application if you need support, reasonable adjustments to participate successfully in the recruitment process.

All new workers must be and remain fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to beginning their work or hold a valid medical contraindication.

Eligibility for employment/Pre employment Checks

Successful applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre-employment checks as required for the position. This may include police records checks, certified copies of relevant qualifications, Driver’s Licence and proof of work rights in Australia (please refer to the Position Description for the specific qualifications/requirements for the role).  Copies of any sighted documents will be kept by IWC for its records as proof of verification.

For more information about work rights in Australia please visit the Department of Home Affairs website.