Lead, Ministerial and Executive Services at New South Wales Government

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Policy Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Team Leadership, Project Management, Communication Skills, Strategic Thinking, Problem Solving, Process Improvement, Negotiation Skills, Judgment, Confidentiality, Resilience, Influence, High-Quality Outcomes, Continuous Improvement, Cohesive Advice

Industry

Law Enforcement

Description

Guiding the future of NSW education Position details Clerk Grade 11/12 Ongoing, full-time opportunity Close to Wynyard station & hybrid work arrangements available About us At the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA), we’re dedicated to carrying out meaningful work that drives improvements and elevates student achievement across NSW, now and into the future. We accomplish this by supporting all school sectors with high-quality syllabuses, assessment (including managing the HSC and NAPLAN), teaching standards (e.g., accrediting teachers) and school environments (including setting and monitoring school standards). NESA is a unique organisation in NSW (of around 740FTE staff) with significant state-wide impact, visit our website to learn more about the important work we do. About the role The Lead, Ministerial and Executive Services oversees the delivery of high-quality Ministerial, Parliamentary and executive services for NESA, providing authoritative advice on complex policy and government matters and ensuring the Agency meets its statutory, Ministerial and Government obligations. It plays a critical coordination role across all NESA divisions, bringing together executive services, subject matter experts and senior stakeholders to ensure cohesive, timely and high-quality advice. This is a unique opportunity to operate at the centre of government decision-making, influence outcomes at a senior level, and lead a high-performing team in a fast-paced, high-profile environment. You will also drive system and process improvements that strengthen how Ministerial and Parliamentary services are delivered across the organisation. On a day-to-day basis, you will: Analyse and review complex policy issues, identify emerging risks and trends, and develop evidence-based options to inform executive and government decision-making. Manage the preparation of sensitive, complex and time-critical Ministerial, Parliamentary and executive briefings, correspondence, Cabinet and Budget materials in line with strict protocols and standards. Lead and manage a team to support the delivery of NESA’s Ministerial and Government business objectives and significant policy initiatives. Coordinate executive services across all NESA divisions, working collaboratively with internal business units and subject matter experts to ensure cohesive, high-quality advice. Design and implement improved systems and processes to enhance the efficiency, quality and consistency of Ministerial and Parliamentary services, embedding a culture of continuous improvement. Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with the NESA Executive, Ministers’ offices and stakeholders across the Education cluster. Monitor emerging trends and sector developments impacting NESA’s remit to anticipate risks and support strategic responses. Oversee the preparation of reports, briefs and correspondence to respond to Agency and Government requests. Our ideal candidate will bring tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline or demonstrated equivalent relevant professional experience with a proven ability to deliver high-quality outcomes in complex, fast-paced and high-profile environments. You bring sound judgement, resilience and integrity, and are confident providing well-considered advice on sensitive or contentious issues. You will demonstrate: Experience managing competing priorities in high-volume, deadline-driven environments with diplomacy, confidentiality and sound judgement. A strong track record delivering accurate, high-quality policy advice on complex issues within tight timeframes. Well-developed stakeholder engagement, influence and negotiation skills, including experience working with senior executives and Ministers’ offices. Experience coordinating executive or central support functions across large, complex organisations. Demonstrated capability in designing and improving systems and processes to drive efficiency, quality and continuous improvement. Advanced written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear, persuasive advice. Proven experience leading and developing high-performing teams and embedding a culture of accountability and integrity. Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving and delivery focus, with the ability to implement practical, evidence-based solutions. We invite you to download the role description for additional information on the position. At NESA you'll benefit from: An organisation where your contribution has a big impact An enviable CBD location (all modes of transport nearby, and excellent coffee and eateries) with refurbished offices Flexible working arrangements and generous leave entitlements Access to discounted health and fitness memberships via Fitness Passport, an employee assistance program and annual flu vaccinations Salary packaging options Working in a purpose driven and ethical organisation with committed colleagues Ready to join us? Select apply and attach an up-to-date résumé (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages). Also address the 2 targeted questions below in your online application (maximum of 500 words per response - approximately): Describe a time when you successfully managed a high-pressure, complex project or policy issue. Outline the context, the actions you took to deliver a high-quality outcome under tight deadlines, and what the result was. Highlight any improvements or efficiencies you implemented during the process. Provide an example of a time when you successfully navigated competing priorities or conflicting interests among diverse stakeholders to achieve a positive outcome. Explain how you managed relationships, influenced outcomes, and ensured the advice or solution delivered was high quality and timely. Advice on applying for NSW Public Sector roles If you need reasonable adjustments for the recruitment process and workplace, please reach out to recruitment@nesa.nsw.edu.au Close date: 19 January 2025 at 11.59pm AEST Thank you for your interest, we look forward to receiving your application. Important information NESA’s Statement of Commitment to Child Safety All children and young people have the right to be respected, feel safe, be safe, and protected from harm. NESA is committed to child safety and child safe practices underpinning our purpose of helping children and young people leave school, ready to take advantage of life’s opportunities and rise to its inevitable challenges. We particularly welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people of all ages, genders, cultural and linguistic backgrounds and the LGBTQIA+ community. 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.

Responsibilities

The Lead, Ministerial and Executive Services oversees the delivery of high-quality Ministerial, Parliamentary, and executive services for NESA. This role involves coordinating across divisions to ensure cohesive and timely advice while managing a high-performing team.