Job Description
Destination NSW
Reference number
req49699
Occupation
Information and Communications Technology
Work type
Full-Time
Location
Sydney City
Salary Information
$149,739 - $173,174 per annum plus superannuation
Closing date
26 March 2026 at 10:00am
Associate Director, Information Technology
Join Destination NSW, the champion and voice for the visitor economy within the NSW Government
Clerk Grade 11/12 position with a salary range $149,739 - $173,174 per annum plus superannuation
Ongoing role located in The Rocks, Sydney
About the role
The Associate Director Information Technology is responsible for leading the strategic planning and day-to-day delivery of technology services across the organisation. The role ensures that digital systems and infrastructure are secure, reliable and fit for purpose, while providing timely support and issue resolution for staff. Working closely with the internal Corporate Operations function and the central department IT team, the role helps ensure that technology services are aligned with broader government standards and support the organisation’s operational needs.
The Associate Director Information Technology leads a multidisciplinary team and oversees IT strategy, project planning, budgets and governance for complex technology initiatives. The role monitors the performance and security of IT systems, manages responses to cyber security and system incidents (with support from the Department Cyber Security Team), and identifies opportunities to strengthen information security and compliance. It also maintains strong relationships with vendors, shared services and other government stakeholders, contributes to ICT and risk management forums, and supports continuous improvement across enterprise architecture, IT governance and corporate operations. This role is also responsible for overseeing the Corporate Operations Team, supporting facilities management, system administration, project management and operations support.
About Destination NSW
Destination NSW is the champion and voice for the visitor economy within the NSW Government. Spearheading a whole-of-government approach to visitor economy growth, Destination NSW influences and shapes the visitor economy through strategic research, policy and thought leadership, stakeholder engagement and consultation, commercial partnerships and investment in visitor experiences, business support, marketing and events. Destination NSW is also the major investor in Business Events Sydney (BESydney) for the purpose of securing more international and domestic conventions, incentive travel reward programs, corporate events and exhibitions.
See destinationnsw.com.au for further details.
About You
You bring strong technical knowledge across core IT environments, including networking, end user computing, server infrastructure and identity and access management. With relevant tertiary qualifications in Information Communications Technology, or equivalent experience delivering IT projects and programs, you are confident leading complex technology initiatives and providing clear, practical advice on ICT and cyber security matters. You stay informed about developments in the sector and use this knowledge to anticipate emerging risks and opportunities, helping shape priorities and strengthen the organisation’s technology environment.
You are an effective and pragmatic leader who can guide multidisciplinary teams through complex programs, balancing competing priorities, tight deadlines and limited resources. You are comfortable overseeing IT operations and responding to incidents, while ensuring systems, infrastructure and information remain secure and compliant with relevant obligations. With strong communication and stakeholder management skills, you work collaboratively with internal teams, suppliers and government partners to improve technology governance, support informed decision making and deliver reliable technology services.
To learn more about the role, please
How to Apply
Your application must include a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) and an up-to-date resume (maximum 5 pages) that details your capabilities and experience in relation to the above role. Applications must be submitted via our recruitment portal; applications will not be accepted by email.
Closing Date: Thursday 26 March 2026 [10.00AM]
Contact: For any questions about the recruitment process contact Sally McRae, Talent Acquisition Partner via recruitment@dciths.nsw.gov.au
Working at the Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport
At the Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport we bring vibrancy to NSW by growing our creative industries and workforces, driving strong visitor and night-time economies, ensuring a responsible hospitality sector, and putting arts, culture and sport at the heart of our communities.
Together we:
Create social and economic opportunities for the state
Support the creation of jobs across the creative, visitor and night-time economies
Prioritise First Nations artists, stories and culture
Ensure arts, culture and sport are at the heart of every community to be enjoyed and accessed by all
Drive visitation through events, campaigns and visitor experience development
Activate our night-time and creative economies to unlock unique precincts and community spaces
Deliver a vibrant and responsible hospitality, liquor, racing and gaming environment
Support NSW’s key Cultural Institutions to ensure access for all, enable community experiences and education and preserve the state’s diverse cultural assets and history.
We believe diversity across our department allows us to be a true reflection of NSW citizens. We are a respectful workplace committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please notify us on your application form.
A talent pool may be created from this recruitment action for ongoing and temporary roles for this role or similar roles that may become available over the next 18 months.
Reference number
req49699
Occupation
Information and Communications Technology
Work type
Full-Time
Location
Sydney City
Salary Information
$149,739 - $173,174 per annum plus superannuation
Closing date
26 March 2026 at 10:00am
Associate Director, Information Technology
Join Destination NSW, the champion and voice for the visitor economy within the NSW Government
Clerk Grade 11/12 position with a salary range $149,739 - $173,174 per annum plus superannuation
Ongoing role located in The Rocks, Sydney
About the role
The Associate Director Information Technology is responsible for leading the strategic planning and day-to-day delivery of technology services across the organisation. The role ensures that digital systems and infrastructure are secure, reliable and fit for purpose, while providing timely support and issue resolution for staff. Working closely with the internal Corporate Operations function and the central department IT team, the role helps ensure that technology services are aligned with broader government standards and support the organisation’s operational needs.
The Associate Director Information Technology leads a multidisciplinary team and oversees IT strategy, project planning, budgets and governance for complex technology initiatives. The role monitors the performance and security of IT systems, manages responses to cyber security and system incidents (with support from the Department Cyber Security Team), and identifies opportunities to strengthen information security and compliance. It also maintains strong relationships with vendors, shared services and other government stakeholders, contributes to ICT and risk management forums, and supports continuous improvement across enterprise architecture, IT governance and corporate operations. This role is also responsible for overseeing the Corporate Operations Team, supporting facilities management, system administration, project management and operations support.
About Destination NSW
Destination NSW is the champion and voice for the visitor economy within the NSW Government. Spearheading a whole-of-government approach to visitor economy growth, Destination NSW influences and shapes the visitor economy through strategic research, policy and thought leadership, stakeholder engagement and consultation, commercial partnerships and investment in visitor experiences, business support, marketing and events. Destination NSW is also the major investor in Business Events Sydney (BESydney) for the purpose of securing more international and domestic conventions, incentive travel reward programs, corporate events and exhibitions.
See destinationnsw.com.au for further details.
About You
You bring strong technical knowledge across core IT environments, including networking, end user computing, server infrastructure and identity and access management. With relevant tertiary qualifications in Information Communications Technology, or equivalent experience delivering IT projects and programs, you are confident leading complex technology initiatives and providing clear, practical advice on ICT and cyber security matters. You stay informed about developments in the sector and use this knowledge to anticipate emerging risks and opportunities, helping shape priorities and strengthen the organisation’s technology environment.
You are an effective and pragmatic leader who can guide multidisciplinary teams through complex programs, balancing competing priorities, tight deadlines and limited resources. You are comfortable overseeing IT operations and responding to incidents, while ensuring systems, infrastructure and information remain secure and compliant with relevant obligations. With strong communication and stakeholder management skills, you work collaboratively with internal teams, suppliers and government partners to improve technology governance, support informed decision making and deliver reliable technology services.
To learn more about the role, please
How to Apply
Your application must include a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) and an up-to-date resume (maximum 5 pages) that details your capabilities and experience in relation to the above role. Applications must be submitted via our recruitment portal; applications will not be accepted by email.
Closing Date: Thursday 26 March 2026 [10.00AM]
Contact: For any questions about the recruitment process contact Sally McRae, Talent Acquisition Partner via recruitment@dciths.nsw.gov.au
Working at the Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport
At the Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport we bring vibrancy to NSW by growing our creative industries and workforces, driving strong visitor and night-time economies, ensuring a responsible hospitality sector, and putting arts, culture and sport at the heart of our communities.
Together we:
Create social and economic opportunities for the state
Support the creation of jobs across the creative, visitor and night-time economies
Prioritise First Nations artists, stories and culture
Ensure arts, culture and sport are at the heart of every community to be enjoyed and accessed by all
Drive visitation through events, campaigns and visitor experience development
Activate our night-time and creative economies to unlock unique precincts and community spaces
Deliver a vibrant and responsible hospitality, liquor, racing and gaming environment
Support NSW’s key Cultural Institutions to ensure access for all, enable community experiences and education and preserve the state’s diverse cultural assets and history.
We believe diversity across our department allows us to be a true reflection of NSW citizens. We are a respectful workplace committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please notify us on your application form.
A talent pool may be created from this recruitment action for ongoing and temporary roles for this role or similar roles that may become available over the next 18 months.
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