AddressJoin NESA and be at the forefront of innovative & transformative learning in NSW
Position details
- Clerk Grade 11/12
- Ongoing, Full Time Opportunity
- Close to Wynyard & hybrid work arrangements available
About the role
At the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) we are in an exciting period of growth and change for the better. As a key part of our journey, we are commencing a major cyber and technology reform program and are seeking a talented Principal Project Manager to lead streams of this work along with other operational ICT activities enabling HSC and NAPLAN exam administration and results release, which will have a direct impact on ICT support to teachers and students across NSW.
In this role you will also contribute towards strengthening NESA’s defensive and preventative capabilities, substantially reduce NESA’s overall technology and cyber security risk profile and build better resilience, speed and responsiveness while improving recovery time in case of a cyber incident.
We have opportunity for a project management specialist focused on improving Information and Communication technology and infrastructure.
On a day-to-day basis you will be responsible for:
• leading the development and delivery of a portfolio of projects, identifying interdependencies, and leveraging resources to maximise efficiencies and achieve required organisation outcomes.
• preparing business cases and project plans, establishing appropriate governance, resource management and reporting.
• developing and implementing strategies and tools for the continuous monitoring and evaluation of projects, including risk and contingency management, benefits realisation, project impact and quality measures.
• leading and managing project team/s, including internal and external project staff.
Our ideal candidate for this role will have high level experience in technology delivery in both applications and infrastructure areas, a history of taking ownership of issues, influencing stakeholders, exhibiting a customer focused approach and leading with empathy, along with prior experience managing technology projects, exhibiting agility in approach and delivery.
Download the role description.
About us
We are a medium-sized government agency and provide opportunities to work directly with talented colleagues at all levels (including regular interactions with senior leaders) and significantly impact the organisation’s decision-making and deliverables.
Importantly, in this role, you will contribute to transforming the delivery of technology that supports schools and early childhood services in NSW. This includes delivery of the HSC for over 70,000 students, accreditation of 167,000 teachers and 3,150 schools, plus development of the NSW Curriculum.
To find out more about the important work we do for NSW visit our website.
Ready to join us?
Select apply and attach an up-to-date résumé and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages). Also address the 2 targeted questions below in your online application:
1) Demonstrated project leadership skills and experience in managing complex projects including planning, coordination, resource management, consultation, implementation, and monitoring to ensure the achievement of agreed deadlines.
2) Please provide an example where you have used your analysis skills to inform strategy and decision making for continuous improvement.
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Close date: 09 February 2024 at 11.59pm AEST
Thank you for your interest, we look forward to receiving your application.
Important information
We particularly welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with a disability, people of all ages, genders, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans and refugees.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For ongoing roles, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident. Australian Temporary Residents may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the position.
A Talent Pool (valid for 18 months) may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles.
