JOIN THE NSW DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AS A STRATEGIC INITIATIVES MANAGER (CLERK GRADE 11/12)

We are excited to announce an opening for a Strategic Initiatives Manager in the Arts, Sport and Initiatives unit in our Student Support and Specialist Programs directorate.

• Location: Parramatta with access to various NSW Education offices and flexible working arrangements available
• Salary: Clerk Grade 11/12 with base salary ranging from $149,739 to $173,174 per annum, plus employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
• Ongoing full-time opportunity

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

At the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners – from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training.
We ensure young children get the best start in life by supporting and regulating the early childhood education and care sector. We unlock excellence and unleash the potential of two-thirds of school children in NSW. We’re proudly public and the largest education system in Australia. We nurture opportunities for every learner to develop the skills needed for their chosen career path, helping shape the industries of tomorrow.
We respect and value Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as First Peoples of Australia.

KEY KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

• Demonstrated commitment to the implementation of the NSW Plan for Public Education
• Demonstrated capacity to lead staff in implementing the Department’s Aboriginal Education Policy and upholding the Department’s Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Hold a current and valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) for paid employment (or willing to acquire one)
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Strategic Initiatives Manager works across the Arts, Sport and Initiatives business unit providing strategic and administrative leadership in relation to a range of projects and programs, agreements, grants, and high-profile initiatives and partnerships.
For further information including a full list of key accountabilities click here to view the role description.

FOR ROLE ENQUIRES PLEASE CONTACT JORDI AUSTIN VIA EMAIL ON JORDI.AUSTIN@DET.NSW.EDU.AU

Note: the selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role. Successful candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening for this role which includes a National Criminal History Check.
This is a child-related role. As a condition of employment you will be required to provide a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance number (for paid employment). Visit the website for more information.
We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team (dandi@det.nsw.edu.au) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion.
A talent pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary, term or ongoing roles, over the next 18 months