Director Non-Government Schools | Full-time Temporary

Classification: Senior Officer Grade B
Salary: $140,226 - $157,418 plus superannuation
Position No: 07797
Directorate: Education
Advertised (Gazettal date): 26 February 2024
Contact Officer: Jo Williams on ***********@act.gov.au or (02) 6207 1***

Details: Education and Care, Regulation and Support (ECRS) Branch is seeking an experienced Director who will be instrumental in framing and implementing the review and quality assurance elements of the new regulatory framework for ACT Non-Government Schools (NGS) under the Education Act 2004.

The Position requires leadership and expertise in delivering and briefing on regulatory services, including monitoring policy and communications functions, and overseeing reviews of regulatory decisions. The successful applicant will have direct contact with proprietors, principals, and staff of ACT NGS, and may have direct contact with with parents of NGS.

Eligibility/ Other Requirements: A strong knowledge of Regulatory Law is desirable. Experience in government, managing people and stakeholder engagement is critical for this position. Tertiary qualifications and experience in education is an advantage. Related qualifications and experience may be considered.

This position requires:
1) a current driver's licence
2) the ability to be approved and operate as an Authorised Person under section 67 of the
3) Current registration under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011.

Note: This is a temporary position available immediately for a period of 6 months. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only.

How to Apply: Application submissions should include a supporting statement of no more than two pages outlining experience and/or ability relative to the Professional/Technical Skills and Knowledge, Behavioural capabilities and Compliance Requirements/Qualifications as outlined in the Position Description. Contact details of at least two referees and a Curriculum vitae should also be submitted.

Applications should be submitted to the Contact Officer

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This is a temporary position available immediately for a period of 6 months.

Education, Teaching and Training
Leaders and Senior Management