AddressAre you looking for a great opportunity to extend your leadership skills and experience in policy and project management for the education sector? The External Relations and Research team is seeking an experienced Director to join our team to lead strategic projects that support the non-state education sector. In this role you will be providing leadership in implementing recommendations from the review of the Non-State Schools Accreditation Framework as well as leading and directing project teams and undertaking planning, analysis and development of strategic initiatives that inform the future position of the department with regard to non-state school education. This position is offered on a full time basis until 30 June 2025 unless otherwise determined.
About us:
The Department of Education (DoE) is committed to delivering responsive services focused on equity and excellence to Queenslanders and their communities. We promote equity and excellence by our commitment to respect, protect and promote human rights. Our objectives are: a strong start for all children, every student realising their potential, fair and safe workplaces and communities, capable people delivering our vision. Our vision is one of equity and excellence in a progressive, high performing education system that realises the potential of every student.
Your role:
As the Director, you will:
- Provide leadership in implementation of recommendations from the review of the Non-State Schools Accreditation Framework.
- Lead and direct project teams and undertake planning, analysis and development of strategic initiatives that inform the future position of the department with regard to non-state school education.
Responsibilities include:
- Identify and critically analyse emergent educational, economic or social issues that may impact upon the strategic direction and delivery of non-state education in Queensland.
- Provide expert and independent strategic advice on education and social policy issues, including preparation of strategic initiatives, Cabinet submissions, policy responses, speeches, articles and briefings for the Minister and Director-General and members of the Executive Management Board.
- Undertake research activities that support evidence-based decision making and long-term strategic policy and planning within the portfolio.
- Provide analysis and interpretation of amendments to legislation, Government and departmental policy and practices to ensure the appropriateness of strategies in meeting changing legal and policy requirements in the early childhood education, school education and tertiary education sectors and community.
- Provide analysis and tactical advice to the Minister and Director-General on complex and sensitive Indigenous issues and how they may impact on the department's operations.
- Form strategic networks with other government departments and agencies including statutory authorities and peak bodies to collaborate on strategic policy issues relating to early childhood education, school education and tertiary education.
Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.
To Apply:
- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
- Attach a 2-page written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role.
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.
Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).
The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies. ( https://alt-qed.qed.qld.gov.au/working-with-us/induction/department/human-resources/inclusion-and-diversity#:~:text=Pathways%20to%20Parity,participate%20fully%20in%20our%20workplaces. )
