Project Officer

at  NSW Education Standards Authority

ABOUT US

At the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) we work with the NSW community to drive improvements in student achievement.
We achieve 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).
To find out more about the important work we do for NSW visit our website.

The Project Officer is responsible for administering the delivery of the NAPLAN program in NSW, and providing support to schools, parents and school sector representatives.
On a day-to-day basis this role involves coordinating and administering various NAPLAN projects which are required to deliver the NAPLAN testing program in NSW schools. It includes providing guidance to administrative and helpdesk staff for smooth NAPLAN test administration, developing and updating administrative processes and policies to comply with agency standards, and ensuring accurate information maintenance in databases. The position also entails creating written communications for internal and external audiences and addressing complex and sensitive enquiries promptly. High-level support is provided to a diverse range of stakeholders, including school sector representatives, schools, and parents, regarding NAPLAN tests and results.
Download the role description, which outlines the key capabilities required to perform this role.