Manager/Senior Executive, AI & Innovation, Public Sector Transformation, PSD

The Challenge

The Public Service Division (PSD) is driving the next phase of Public Service Transformation (PST) by harnessing Artificial Intelligence (AI), digital technologies and innovation to enable a more responsive, effective and future-ready Public Service.

As part of the team, you will support the design and implementation of AI x PST initiatives that accelerate AI adoption, build organisational capabilities, and strengthen innovation across the Public Service. You will work closely with agencies, Whole-of-Government partners and industry to identify opportunities, develop practical solutions and enable experimentation that delivers meaningful transformation outcomes.

This role offers the opportunity to shape emerging AI x PST initiatives, influence transformation efforts across government, and contribute to innovation platforms and programmes, including the Innovation Hub, that foster collaboration, experimentation and capability building.

Key Responsibilities

You will be responsible for:

A. AI Strategy, Transformation and Capability Development

• Support the development and implementation of AI x PST initiatives that advance Public Service Transformation. • Identify opportunities where AI and emerging technologies can improve public service delivery, organisational effectiveness and workforce productivity. • Design, coordinate and implement AI-PST-related projects, pilots and initiatives in collaboration with partner agencies and Whole-of-Government partners. • Develop practical resources, frameworks and guidance to support AI adoption and responsible implementation across the Public Service. • ·Monitor emerging AI trends, technologies and public sector practices to inform policies, programmes and future initiatives. • Support capability development efforts by designing and delivering workshops, learning journeys, communities of practice and engagement activities.

B. Innovation and Ecosystem Development

• Design and support innovation programmes and platforms, including the Innovation Hub and other transformation initiatives, that encourage experimentation, collaboration and problem-solving across the Public Service. • Curate innovation opportunities, challenge statements and collaborative projects that address public sector priorities. • Build and maintain partnerships with government agencies, academia, industry and technology partners to strengthen the AI and innovation ecosystem. • Support the planning and delivery of innovation events, showcases, engagements and strategic partnerships.