Mas3 - Manager, Policy And Provision

Department for Education
Job reference: 578802
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Why work withus:

The Officefor Early Childhood Development has been formed with a clearmandate. To create a fairer and better future for all children inSouth Australia.

As thesteward of the early childhood development system , the Office willact on government's behalf, and work in collaboration with thesector, to organise and connect the system to reduce developmentalvulnerability.

Thisincludes leading reforms to quality preschool for all three andfour-year-olds, supporting for families in the first 1000 days of achild’s life, improving access to childcare and out of schoolhours care, and implementing workforce reforms.

About theRole:

Are you passionate about shapingpolicy, strategic planning, and ensuring the delivery ofhigh-quality preschool education services? If so, we invite you tojoin our team as the Manager, Policy and Provision.

Reporting to the Director ofPolicy and Provision, the Manager will lead and manage effortsacross policy formulation, demand and cost modelling, provisionplanning, and strategic decision-making. You will collaborate withdiverse stakeholders to drive initiatives that support the growthand enhancement of Early Childhood Education and Developmentprograms.

Key responsibilities willinclude:

• Lead the creation, management, and review of supply/demand/cost models to inform decision-making processes. Analyse data, track trends, and assess the needs of Early Childhood Education and Development.
• Lead efforts in policy formulation, demand assessment, and Provision planning, providing high-quality reports and analyses to inform budget setting and decision-making processes.
• Develop and implement strategic plans aligned with organisational goals and government priorities for early childhood education Policy and provision.
• Contribute expertise in policy analysis and provide advice on early childhood development, preschool programs, infrastructure, and broader educational policies.
• Collaborate on infrastructure provisioning strategy, including planning, timing, and location of new preschool builds and expansions. Manage relationships with relevant government agencies involved in infrastructure planning.
• Lead and coordinate high-performing staff to deliver, improve, and automate analysis, data, and reports. Establish goals, deliver effective performance reviews, and promote a culture of continuous improvement.
• Establish and manage relationships, partnerships, and networks with executive management and key internal and external stakeholders across education and government agencies.

Qualifications:

• Essential a tertiary qualification in public policy, economics, education, or other relevant fields.

SpecialConditions:

The successful applicant isrequired to gain a Department for Human Services (DHS) working withchildren check (WWCC) prior to being employed which is required tobe renewed every five years before expiry. The incumbent will berequired 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 berequired to be updated every three years. 

For all other Special Conditionsplease refer to the attached PositionDescription.

Remuneration:

MAS3: $125,970 per annum (1.0FTE), plus superannuation.

Enquiries:

Enquiries can be directed toNicole Lynch, Policy and Provision, via Tel: (08) 8203 05***oremail: *************@sa.gov.au.

ApplicationInstructions:

Applications should be madethrough the IWorkForSA website.

Applicants are required to submita CV, the Application Cover Sheet, Employment Declaration, and acover letter of no more than two pages addressing the keycompetencies in the attached position description.

People of Aboriginal or TorresStrait Islander descent and/or those who have a disability arestrongly encouraged to apply.

AdditionalNote:

This is a full-time contract role(1.0 FTE), initial 2-year term contract.

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

Attachments:
- App Cover Sheet - PSAct.pdf
- How to Apply - Guide for Applicants.pdf
- Position Description - MAS3 Manager Policy and Provision.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.