Role Description Enterprise Architect and Solutions Delivery Manager

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1 Role Description Enterprise Architect and Solutions Delivery Manager Cluster Agency Division Location Classification/Grade/Band Kind of Employment NSW Health Cancer Institute NSW Information Technology Australian Technology Park TBC Ongoing ANZSCO Code Role Number PCAT Code Date of Approval Agency Website Overview The Cancer Institute NSW is Australia s first statewide cancer control agency, established to lessen the impact of cancer in NSW. The Institute supports and promotes best practice; working to ensure people across the state, no matter where they live, are provided the same high quality treatment and care that is vital to optimising the outcomes and quality of life for people diagnosed with cancer. Driven by the purpose and objectives of the NSW Cancer Plan, the Institute continuously works to: reduce the incidence of cancer increase the survival rate for people with cancer improve the quality of life of people living with cancer provide a source of expertise on cancer control for the government, health service providers, medical researchers and the general community In order to achieve this, the Institute engages with the community, health professionals, researchers, governments and charity organisations to: provide information, resources and advice about preventing cancer promote the importance of early detection through cancer screening programs and community awareness provide grants that build research capacity and foster innovation in, and translation of, cancer research into improved cancer outcomes maintain quality information repositories about cancer in NSW to inform future policy and health planning establish partnerships with cancer healthcare professionals to develop and evaluate programs to improve the quality of cancer treatment and care in NSW 1

2 Primary purpose of the role Manage and coordinate the enterprise and business architecture creation and development, and systems innovation through to solutions delivery to support the IT objectives of the Institute whilst driving increased efficiency and effectiveness Key accountabilities Lead the establishment of and improvements to enterprise and business architecture, working across portfolios to develop and enhance quality and ensure optimal solution provision with value for money and benefits realisation Collaborate and partner with stakeholders on the development of IT solutions to ensure delivery of organisational requirements with optimal quality and value resulting in tangible business benefit Provide strategic and responsive advice to the CIO and senior executives and report regularly on progress and achievements to support informed IT decision making and planning Capture and prioritise market and environmental trends, business strategies and objectives, identifying the business benefits of alternative strategies and preparing business models, business cases and feasibility studies to underpin and contribute to the delivery of quality solutions Research and pursue areas for the development of new and innovative related technologies, capturing and prioritising market and environmental trends and business strategies and objectives to ensure innovation in systems and solutions delivery and improved systems performance Lead the ongoing governance and management of the Institute s Enterprise and Business Architecture including compliance between business strategies, enterprise transformation activities and technology directions, setting strategies, policies, standards, and practices to ensure alignment with and achievement of governance obligations and requirements Lead the development of architecture for complex systems and ensure systems and solutions delivery to provide optimal solutions in meeting the needs of the organisation Direct IT portfolio of projects making sure program managers follow project protocols and achieve successful outcomes Key challenges Maintaining current knowledge of industry and whole of government strategic directions and standards given a rapidly changing environment Working collaboratively with Institute stakeholders to ensure strong working relationships are formed, business requirements are understood and expectations are met given the diversity of stakeholders and their requirements Managing complex and diverse program requirements given an environment characterised by competing priorities, tight deadlines and legislative frameworks Key relationships Who Internal CIO Executive team Why Provide strategic support for ICT initiatives, report on activities and programs of work Gain support and commitment for enterprise and business architecture development, standards and compliance Gain support for recommended strategies and solutions Role Description Enterprise Architect and Solutions Delivery Manager 2

3 Who Institute staff/users Direct Reports External ehealth NSW and NSW Ministry of Health NSW Government Vendors Why Work collaboratively, provide quality solutions Guide and coach a team of technology experts, provide feedback on priorities, workload and performance Lead, influence and actively participate in NSW Health enterprise and business architecture agenda and represent the Institute in forums Lead, influence and actively participate in NSW Government enterprise and business architecture agenda and represent the Institute in external forums Manage vendors for solutions delivery Role dimensions Decision making Fully accountable for the provision of enterprise and business architecture across the Institute, acting independently with regards to developing policy proposals and solving problems Fully responsible for the content of advice provided to the CINSW Executive and the Chief Information Officer with respect to enterprise and business architecture and solution delivery Responsible for solution delivery and ICT project portfolio delivery across the Institute for ICT solutions, with the guidance of the CIO Operates within Cancer Institute NSW Financial Delegations Reporting line The Business Architect and Solutions Delivery Manager reports to the Chief Information Officer Direct reports The Business Architect and Solutions Delivery Manager has 1-3 direct reports Budget/Expenditure N/A Essential requirements Experience and skills in solution delivery for large, complex ICT systems, including the preparation of business models, business cases, feasibility studies and managing large-scale procurement Experience and skills in leading and governing business and enterprise architecture in an ICT environment Experience in strategic development of ICT systems and solutions Tertiary qualifications in Information Technology or demonstrated, equivalent professional experience and training Capabilities for the role The NSW Public Sector Capability Framework applies to all NSW public sector employees. The Capability Framework is available at This role also utilises an occupation specific capability set which contains information from the Skills Framework for the Information Age (SFIA). The capability set is available at Role Description Enterprise Architect and Solutions Delivery Manager 3

4 Capability summary Below is the full list of capabilities and the level required for this role. The capabilities in bold are the focus capabilities for this role. Refer to the next section for further information about the focus capabilities. NSW Public Sector Capability Framework Capability Group Capability Name Level Display Resilience and Courage Act with Integrity Manage Self Value Diversity Communicate Effectively Commit to Customer Service Work Collaboratively Influence and Negotiate Deliver Results Plan and Prioritise Think and Solve Problems Demonstrate Accountability Finance Technology Procurement and Contract Management Project Management Manage and Develop People Inspire Direction and Purpose Optimise Business Outcomes Manage Reform and Change Intermediate Intermediate Occupation / profession specific capabilities Capability Set Category, Sub-category and Skill Level and Code Strategy Architecture, Advice and Guidance, Consultancy CNSL Level 5 Strategy Architecture, Business Strategy and Planning, Innovation INOV Strategy Architecture, Business Strategy and Planning, Enterprise and Business Architecture Development STPL Strategy Architecture, Technical Strategy and Planning, Emerging Technology Monitoring EMRG Level 5 Level 6 Level 6 Role Description Enterprise Architect and Solutions Delivery Manager 4

5 Focus capabilities The focus capabilities for the role are the capabilities in which occupants must demonstrate immediate competence. The behavioural indicators provide examples of the types of behaviours that would be expected at that level and should be reviewed in conjunction with the role s key accountabilities. NSW Public Sector Capability Framework Group and Capability Level Behavioural Indicators Personal Attributes Manage Self Relationships Communicate Effectively Relationships Influence and Negotiate Results Plan and Prioritise Results Think and Solve Look for and take advantage of opportunities to learn new skills and develop strengths Show commitment to achieving challenging goals Examine and reflect on own performance Seek and respond positively to constructive feedback and guidance Demonstrate a high level of personal motivation Present with credibility, engage varied audiences and test levels of understanding Translate technical and complex information concisely for diverse audiences Create opportunities for others to contribute to discussion and debate Actively listen and encourage others to contribute inputs Adjust style and approach to optimise outcomes Write fluently and persuasively in a range of styles and formats Negotiate from an informed and credible position Lead and facilitate productive discussions with staff and stakeholders Encourage others to talk, share and debate ideas to achieve a consensus Recognise and explain the need for compromise Influence others with a fair and considered approach and sound arguments Show sensitivity and understanding in resolving conflicts and differences Manage challenging relations with internal and external stakeholders Pre-empt and minimise conflict Take into account future aims and goals of the team/unit and organisation when prioritising own and others' work Initiate, prioritise, consult on and develop team/unit goals, strategies and plans Anticipate and assess the impact of changes, such as government policy/economic conditions, on team/unit objectives and initiate appropriate responses Ensure current work plans and activities support and are consistent with organisational change initiatives Evaluate achievements and adjust future plans accordingly Undertake objective, critical analysis to draw accurate conclusions that recognise and manage contextual issues Work through issues, weigh up alternatives and identify the most Role Description Enterprise Architect and Solutions Delivery Manager 5

6 NSW Public Sector Capability Framework Group and Capability Level Behavioural Indicators Problems Business Enablers Technology People Management Optimise Business Outcomes effective solutions Take account of the wider business context when considering options to resolve issues Explore a range of possibilities and creative alternatives to contribute to systems, process and business improvements Implement systems and processes that underpin high quality research and analysis Show commitment to the use of existing and deployment of appropriate new technologies in the workplace Implement appropriate controls to ensure compliance with information and communications security and use policies Maintain a level of currency regarding emerging technologies and how they might be applied to support business outcomes Seek advice from appropriate technical experts to leverage information, communication and other technologies to achieve business outcomes Implement and monitor appropriate records, information and knowledge management systems protocols, and policies Initiate and develop longer-term goals and plans to guide the work of the team in line with organisational objectives Allocate resources to ensure achievement of business outcomes and contribute to wider workforce planning Ensure that team members base their decisions on a sound understanding of business principles applied in a public sector context Monitor performance against standards and take timely corrective actions Keep others informed about progress and performance outcomes Occupation specific capability set (Skills Framework for the Information Age SFIA) Category, Sub-category Advice and Guidance Business Strategy and Planning Level and Code Level 5 CNSL Level 5 INOV Skill and Level Description Consultancy CNSL - Takes responsibility for understanding client requirements, collecting data, delivering analysis and problem resolution. Identifies, evaluates and recommends options, implementing if required. Collaborates with, and facilitates stakeholder groups, as part of formal or informal consultancy agreements. Seeks to fully address client needs, enhancing the capabilities and effectiveness of client personnel, by ensuring that proposed solutions are properly understood and appropriately exploited Innovation INOV - Actively monitors for, and seeks, opportunities, new methods and trends in IT capabilities and products to the advancement of the organisation. Clearly articulates, and formally reports their benefits Role Description Enterprise Architect and Solutions Delivery Manager 6

7 Occupation specific capability set (Skills Framework for the Information Age SFIA) Category, Sub-category Level and Code Skill and Level Description Business Strategy and Planning Technical Strategy and Planning Level 6 STPL Enterprise and Business Architecture Development STPL - Captures and prioritises market and environmental trends, business strategies and objectives, and identifies the business benefits of alternative strategies. Establishes the contribution that technology can make to business objectives, conducting feasibility studies, producing high-level business models, and preparing business cases Level 6 EMRG Leads the creation and review of a systems capability strategy that meets the strategic requirements of the business. Develops enterprisewide architecture and processes that ensure that the strategic application of change is embedded in the management of the organisation, ensuring the buy-in of all stakeholders Develops and presents business cases, for high-level initiatives, for approval, funding and prioritisation. Ensures compliance between business strategies, enterprise transformation activities and technology directions, setting strategies, policies, standards and practices Emerging Technology Monitoring EMRG - Co-ordinates the identification and assessment of new and emerging hardware, software and communication technologies, products, methods and techniques. Evaluates likely relevance of these for the organisation. Provides regular briefings to staff and management Role Description Enterprise Architect and Solutions Delivery Manager 7