Senior Project Officer - Attraction & Engagement , Education

Do you have a passion for crafting compelling online content that engages, informs and converts target audiences? Do you have the skills and knowledge needed to bring websites to life? We're looking for a temporary Senior Project Officer with a keen eye for website design, ability to create fit for purpose online content and a collaborative approach to working with stakeholders, to help us deliver exceptional user experiences.
Job details Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Flexible
Occupational group Marketing, PR & Communication
Classification AO6
Workplace Location Brisbane Inner City
Job ad reference QLD/CO536977/24T
Closing date 18-Jan-2024
Yearly salary
Fortnightly salary
Total remuneration
Salary Other
Job duration Period of 6 months, unless otherwise determined
Contact person Melissa Bennett
Contact details (07) 3055 2986
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We're looking for an experienced Senior Project Officer to lead, manage and deliver our Teach Queensland website project over the coming months. In 2023 we undertook extensive UX and IA testing. This year, we will be drawing upon these insights and recommendations to review, refresh and revamp our website.
Responsibilities include:

• Lead the development and (re)launch of the Teach Queensland website.
• Use your project management experience to manage the website project lifecycle, including planning, reporting and ensuring delivery on time and within budget.
• Collaborate with the department's Web and Digital Production team to implement the recommendations from the UX and IA testing, and ensure alignment with the Teach Queensland Brand Strategy.
• Work with cross functional content owners to create high-quality SEO-optimised content for our website.
• Research, write, edit and proof-read new and existing content to ensure accuracy, clarity and tone of voice.
• Access and analyse website data to inform strategies to optimise website performance, conversion rates and user engagement.
• Communicate progress and insights concisely to stakeholders at all levels.
• Ensure website and content reflects best practice and meets accessibility standards.

Our ideal candidate:

• Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and can bridge the gap between technical and non-technical subject matter experts.
• Is experienced working with content management systems, such as Sharepoint and has a proactive and practical CMS approach to publishing, optimising and updating online content.
• Drives accountability and outcomes when managing website projects through to deployment and ensuring adherence to best digital practices including web design and writing for web.
• Can draft and curate engaging and user-focused content that aligns with the website's purpose and target audiences.
• Possess a user experience mindset and a passion for using data to optimise outcomes.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment and can juggle multiple priorities with grace.
• Has experience working with external providers to ensure deliverables are on time and on budget.
• Demonstrates a good understanding of SEO best practices for driving organic traffic.
• Has a positive attitude and a passion for creating exception websites.

Why work with us?
In addition to the generous salary and benefits package available to employees of the Queensland Department of Education, you will have the opportunity to:

• Work within a dynamic and supportive work environment, and with a collaborative and creative team.
• Contribute to challenging and rewarding projects and initiatives that have an impact.
• Enhance your skills in website and content development, and learn about our other social and digital strategies, and attraction initiatives.
• Access flexible work arrangements that enable you to balance your personal and professional needs.

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)
• A 2-page written sttement of

• why you are interested in the role
• the skills, knowledge and attributes you would bring to our team
• what you hope to gain from this opportunity
• details of any flexible work arrangements you would be seeking
• include links to recent websites and/or content that you have been involved in developing so we can see your skills in action
• Please note that there is no requirement to write to selection criteria as part of this application process.

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 information
We 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.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
Role Description
Information Package for Applicants