Aso8 Principal Policy And Project Officer

Department for Education
Job reference: 581326
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Join our dynamic team as the Principal Policy and Project Officer. 

Apply today to take the first step toward making a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners.

About Department for Education

Every child and young person deserves a great education.

We have a strategy that aims to unlock every child’s potential now and into the future, one that in partnership with learners, students, parents and the wider South Australian community will build a world-leading public education system. One that is equitable and prioritises learning and wellbeing.

Together we will make our education system the best it can be.

When our children and young people thrive, so do our communities and our state.

About the Position

Reporting to the Manager Strategic Policy and Implementation, the Principal Policy and Project Officer provides high level policy, project and program management leadership to a range of career education and pathways initiatives. The Principal Policy and Project Officer will provide expert advice, project management leadership, and direction to ensure significant and/or complex evidence-based projects are research informed, and strategies within these reform projects are delivered on time and within budget.
The role works collaboratively with staff across the Student Pathways and Careers (SP&C) Division, the department, and a range of stakeholders, to determine project visions, goals, outcomes, priorities and budget within the framework of corporate plans and objectives of the directorate, division and department.

Qualifications

Desirable: Relevant Tertiary Qualifications and/or relevant skills and experience involving project management, strategic redesign and/or change management skills.
Career Development qualification and/or relevant experience in the field of career development, education and guidance.

Why work with us

By joining our team, you will:

• Be part of a supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Access professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge.
• Enjoy work-life balance with flexible working arrangements.
• Make a real difference in the lives of South Australians.

Together, we can work towards building a stronger future for all students in South Australia.

Special Conditions

The successful applicant is required to gain a Department for Human Services (DHS) working with children check (WWCC) prior to being employed which is required to be renewed every five years before expiry.  The incumbent will be required to undertake RRHAN –EC (Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect - Education Care) Facilitator Lead (Masterclass) extended course or the online (Fundamentals) course which will be required to be updated every three years. 

For all other Special Conditions please refer to the attached Position Description.

Application Instructions

If you are passionate about making a difference and possess the skills and expertise required, we encourage you to apply now!

Applicants are required to submit a CV  and a written statement of no more than 1500 words addressing the key competencies in the position description. In addition, applicants are required to fill and submit attached Application Cover Sheet and Employment Declaration forms.

People of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and/or those who have a disability are strongly encouraged to apply.

Applications must be made through the I Work For SA website.

Remuneration

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

ASO8: $119,317 - $123,822 per annum plus superannuation

Enquiries

To learn more about this exciting opportunity, please contact Tanya Meyer, A/Manager, Strategic Policy and Implementation, on Tel: 8204 9179 or Email: ************@sa.gov.au

Additional Note

Multiple full-time (1.0 FTE) contracts available, starting on 8 April 2024 for 12 months.

Applications close: 17/03/2024 11:30 PM

Attachments:
- App Cover Sheet - PSAct.pdf
- Position Description - ASO8 Principal Policy and Project Officer.pdf
- VL233 Pre-employment declaration.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.