Department of Human Services
Job reference: 862552
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Role Highlights

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

Role Details

The Manager, Strategic Policy is a role within Office of Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence (DFSV) and is accountable to the Assistant Director, Strategy and Governance for: Leading and managing complex projects on initiatives that influence change in social policy, practice and legislation regarding DFSV in South Australia.
Providing expert, evidence-based advice to senior leaders, executives and stakeholders on strategic directions, policies and actions regarding DFSV responses, while reporting on emerging trends risk and opportunities to inform strategic decision making.
Developing and fostering effective strategic partnerships with government and non-government agencies and community organisations to promote collaboration and awareness of high-quality policy development and best practice DFSV programs and responses in South Australia.
Providing leadership and direction to the strategic policy team to support best practice commissioning approaches for the Office of DFSV.

Special Conditions

National Police Check required

Role Status: Term up to 01/12/2028

Salary Range: $130,046-$134,956 (ASO8)

Location: Adelaide

Enquiries: Mel Baker, 0410 230 653 Email: [email protected]

Diveristy 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 [email protected] and a member of the team will get back to you.

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.

Applications close: 05/11/2026 11:30 PM

Attachments:
- Role Description - Manager Strategic Policy - ASO8.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.