AddressJob details
Position status Fixed Term Temporary Position type Flexible full-time Occupational group Education & Training Classification AO6 Workplace Location Brisbane Inner City Job ad reference QLD/CO540856/24T Closing date 08-Feb-2024 Yearly salary Fortnightly salary Total remuneration Salary Other Job duration a Period of 12 months unless otherwise determined Contact person Andrew Dalgliesh Contact details 07 3034 5281
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About Us:
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 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.
About the Role:
In support of the department's Digital Strategy 2022-26, the Senior Support And Engagement Officer supports our schools, corporate units and staff to leverage digital technologies effectively, by providing expert advice on, and contributing to the solution of complex and difficult problems using evidence-based research and customer-centric design.
Responsibilities include, but not limited to;
- Prepare briefing material, submissions, papers and reports
- Effectively acquire, maintain and apply knowledge of relevant government processes, and review operational documentation to support the priorities and functions of the unit.
- Develop and refine reports, resources and support materials.
- Lead project activities and programs and undertake related administrative duties including representing the unit at meetings and other forums
- Build and maintain cooperative working arrangements between the unit, customers, stakeholders, partners and external organisations
Highly desirable skills and experience;
- Knowledge and experience of analysing and rapidly understanding emerging and horizon technologies and their potential impacts
- Business analysis and/or project management knowledge and skills such as Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) or Agile
- Knowledge and experience of educational research particularly in emerging technologies and innovation
- Superior written and verbal communication skills
- Previous experience in a large, complex, operating environment
- Knowledge and experience of education contexts
Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.
How to Apply:
- Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
- A 2 page written response considering the duties and responsibilities in the role description and job.
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. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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.
- CO540856_24T - Role Description (PDF, 161KB)
Role Description
Candidate Information Fact Sheet (PDF, 728KB)
Information Package for Applicants
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