Principal Project Officer -Literacy, Numeracy, Early Years, Languages & Global Engagement

Literacy is essential for learning and is linked to academic, social, emotional, economic and health outcomes. An exciting opportunity exists to join the Literacy and Reading team to develop resources that support schools to implement an evidence-informed approach to literacy and reading, as well as, best practice across the phases of schooling.We are seeking two enthusiastic Principal Project Officers with current P-6 teaching experience, a deep understanding of the Australian Curriculum, expert knowledge and practical experience in evidence informed best practice approaches to the effective teaching and monitoring of reading, and an understanding of the Department’s key literacy monitoring tools and initiatives.Job details Position status Permanent
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Education & Training
Classification AO7
Workplace Location Brisbane - East
Job ad reference QLD/CO567537/24P
Closing date 10-Jun-2024
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Contact person Anne Schafer
Contact details (07) 3513 5940
Access theAbout the Department of Education:The Department of Education are dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.Your Role:As Principal Project Officer, Literacy and Reading, you will:

• provide high level strategic advice to senior management and clients that supports the implementation of the Australian Curriculum;
• scope and develop a range of resources to support key literacy and reading initiatives;
• undertake research and consultation with a diverse range of stakeholders to inform the development of support materials and resources and ensure alignment to Departmental policy;
• contribute to briefing materials, submissions, papers, reports, communications and correspondence;
• develop and undertake projects guided by the

; and * liaise with and build positive working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.About You:The ideal applicant will have the following key attributes:

• An understanding of the Department's key literacy and reading initiatives; including the Queensland Reading Commitment, Reading Position statement and P-10 Literacy continuum;
• A deep knowledge of the Australian Curriculum (v8.4 and v9) and contemporary curriculum, assessment and pedagogical practices;
• A deep knowledge and practical experience in evidence informed best practice approaches to the effective teaching and monitoring of reading and literacy;
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and achieve required outcomes within set timeframes;
• Capacity to engage with a wide range of stakeholders; and
• High level written and oral communication skills.

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.For further information on the positions, please contact Anne Schafer on (07) 3513 5940 orHow to ApplyApplicants are required to submit:

• A brief resume, contact details for 2 referees (one of whom is your current supervisor)
• A maximum 2-page written response outlining your suitability for the role in response to the attached role description.

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.Further informationWe are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote and .For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached role description and candidate information fact sheet and follow the instructions.DocumentsBefore applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.Information Package for ApplicantsRole Description