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executive director, sa dental

executive director sa dental

ROBERT WALTERS AUSTRALIA

The SA Health's Statewide Clinical Support Services (SCSS) s seeking an accomplished and experienced leader to join its team as the Executive Director, SA Dental (ED, SA Dental). This pivotal role offers an opportunity to shape the future of oral health services in South Australia by driving operational excellence, innovation, and strategic leadership across statewide dental programs. About the role: Reporting to the Group Executive Director, SCSS, the ED, SA Dental will provide strategic and operational leadership for SA Dental. The role encompasses oversight of major programs such as: <ul> <li>School Dental Service: Delivering dental care for children across South Australia.</li> <li>Community Dental Service: Providing accessible dental services to eligible adults.</li> <li>Adelaide Dental Hospital: Offering emergency, general, and specialist public dental services alongside community-based health promotion initiatives.</li> </ul> The ED, SA Dental will lead a multidisciplinary team of clinical and professional staff while fostering collaboration with senior officers across SA Health, government agencies, universities, and key community stakeholders. The role will be pivotal in: <ul> <li>Optimising service delivery through innovative approaches aligned with new models of care.</li> <li>Managing complex stakeholder relationships while ensuring transparency and accountability in decision-making processes.</li> <li>Driving continuous improvement in contemporary dental practices across diverse communities.</li> </ul> Key responsibilities: <ul> <li>Strategic leadership: Shape the strategic direction of SA Dental in alignment with SCSS's Strategic Plan and the State Oral Health Plan.</li> <li>Service Delivery: Drive innovative service models that improve efficiency and patient outcomes.</li> <li>Operational excellence: Ensure high-quality delivery of public dental services through continuous improvement initiatives and evidence-based practices.</li> <li>Workforce development: Build a skilled and sustainable workforce by promoting professional development, succession planning, and recruitment strategies.</li> <li>Financial management: Oversee resource allocation and budget control processes to ensure financial sustainability while meeting performance targets.</li> <li>Quality & safety: Enable the implementation of robust governance frameworks to ensure compliance with legislative requirements, accreditation standards, and best practice models of care.</li> <li>Stakeholder engagement: Foster strong relationships with government agencies, professional associations, educational institutions, and community groups to advance oral health outcomes statewide.</li> </ul> Requirements: <ul> <li>A tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline (postgraduate qualifications or dental qualifications are desirable).</li> <li>Proven experience in leading large-scale health or clinical services at a senior level.</li> <li>Demonstrated ability to manage human, financial, and material resources effectively within a complex organisational environment.</li> <li>Strong analytical skills with experience in policy development, strategic planning, program evaluation, and continuous improvement activities.</li> <li>Exceptional communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels of government and private industry.</li> <li>Knowledge of the Australian health system and emerging trends in oral health services nationally and internationally.</li> </ul> Special conditions: <ul> <li>Appointment is subject to satisfactory criminal history screening checks (e.g., National Police Certificate or Working With Children Check).</li> <li>Immunisation requirements must be met as outlined by SA Health policies.</li> <li>Flexible working arrangements may be required along with participation in Counter Disaster activities if necessary.</li> </ul> Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply. To apply please click apply or call Sangeetha Oommen on 61 8 for a confidential discussion. About the job Contract Type: Permanent Specialism: Government Focus: Senior Executive Industry: Public Sector and Government Workplace Type: On-site Experience Level: Executive Salary: Negotiable Location: Adelaide CBD FULL_TIME Job Reference: FK7VQ1-46AB3FB5 Date posted: 13 October 2025 Consultant: Sangeetha Oommen

Executive Director, SA Dental

Tafe Sa

<ul> <li>Full-time, ongoing position</li> <li>ASO4 salary range $76,561 - $80,256 p.a. + super</li> <li>TAFE SA Regency Campus</li> </ul> About TAFE SA Awarded the Training Provider of the Year at the 2021, 2022 and 2024 SA Training Awards, TAFE SA ensures all South Australian students have access to quality education and skills training across a number of regional and metropolitan locations. By working with TAFE SA, you'll have the opportunity to advance your career in a diverse and inclusive organisation, while helping to deliver job-ready skills and meaningful outcomes for students across our state. About the role The Administration and Project Support Officer is responsible for coordinating and undertaking a range of confidential administrative functions and services to support the efficient operations of the Directorate, including providing high level support to the Director. This role provides a responsive and professional point of contact for day-to-day enquiries and delivers a range of project and administrative services to support the Directorate and the Director. Key responsibilities include diary and email management, oversight of file structure and workflow processes, and the preparation of correspondence, briefings, and operational documentation. The role also supports the timely delivery of work aligned with the requirements of the Board, Board Committees, Executive Committee, and external agencies. Additionally, the position contributes to project research and event coordination as needed. The role also ensures that matters referred to the office are appropriately distributed and actioned and works closely with the Executive Assistant to the Executive Director - Operations to support broader workflow requirements across the Directorate. For further information regarding this position, please refer to the Role Description. Special Conditions The successful applicant is required to demonstrate having a valid DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC) prior to being employed. Applicants who do not hold a WWCC will need to apply at Department of Human Services (DHS). <ul> <li>Out of hours work may be required, including intrastate and interstate.</li> <li>Eligibility to work in Australia.</li> <li>Incumbent will be required to participate in the department's Performance Development Program.</li> </ul> Please refer to the Role Description for all Special Conditions. Application Instructions All applications must be submitted online. For further information on how to apply for this position, please refer to the attached application guidelines and Role Descriptor. Your application must address all Key Selection Criteria as listed in the Role Descriptor. Provide examples outlining your skills, experience and knowledge of each criterion, and how you put them into practice. It is important that you identify skills you may have which are not directly specified in the Role Descriptor and yet, in your opinion, would enable you to perform well in the position. Inclusion and Flexibility Statement At TAFE SA, we ensure our workplaces are safe, inclusive, supportive and respectful. We do not accept discrimination, harassment, or violence of any kind. As an Equal Opportunity employer, we strongly encourage applications from First Nations people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, LGBTIQA+ and people living with disability. TAFE SA offers a range of work options to attract and retain great staff, including part-time. We support employees to manage their work-life balance at all stages of their lives. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role. Enquiries Samantha Campbell Manager Portfolio Support Services E:

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Executive Director, SA Dental

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