Assist Project Officer

2 weeks ago

Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia NSW Government -Department of Education Full time

Multiple Ongoing and Temporary full-time (part-time will also be considered) opportunities across the Assistant Project Officer 5/6 and Project Officer 7/8 grades:


  • Grade 5/6 salary from $89,707 to $98,982 + super and Grade 7/8 salary from $101,947 to $112,849 + super:
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We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from diverse cultural backgrounds and people living with disability to apply

  • Come join a team as diverse as the community we serve. We are looking for passionate and driven team players to be part of a transformational reform to provide every child with the best start in life and families with access to affordable, quality early childhood education and care, no matter their circumstances or where they live. You will be joining a dynamic and growing team committed to delivering early childhood outcomes for all children across NSW. We are looking for people with skills in project management, program delivery and stakeholder engagement as we stand up a statewide network of staff across NSW._

About the Department of Education

The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population.

For more information about the Department of Education, please visit NSW Department of Education

About the Early Childhood Outcomes Division
Within the NSW Department of Education, the Early Childhood Outcomes Division leads the implementation of the Early Years Reforms.


There are multiple ongoing opportunities available in the Commissioning Directorate, a Directorate that is part of the Early Childhood Outcomes Division.

The Directorate is standing up a state-wide network of staff to work alongside children, families and the early childhood sector.


About the role
We have multiple roles on offer as part of a newly established state-wide network.

As part of a purpose-driven, diverse, and inclusive team you will be responsible for implementing key initiatives under the Early Years Commitment.

You will work collaboratively with key internal and external stakeholder to design, scale-up and implement significant reforms to improve outcomes for our littlest learners.

You will be able to bring your policy, project management, program delivery, stakeholder engagement and change management expertise to drive delivery across NSW.

To learn more about the role, please view the 5/6 role description and 7/8 role description.

Please note:
A valid Class C driver's license is preferred as some travel is expected for all staff working in the newly established state-wide network

About you
As our

Assistant Project Officer you will need the following:

  • Experience in supporting project and program delivery or design and implementation
  • Excellent interpersonal skills including a proven ability to negotiate with stakeholders at all levels
  • Strong communication skills, including the ability to prepare and deliver detailed reports, briefings and presentations on projects under delivery to a variety of audiences
  • Experience in managing complex and sensitive issues
  • Experience working in a large or complex organisation.
As our

Project Officer you will need the following:

  • Experience in project or program management or design and implementation
  • Advanced interpersonal skills including a proven ability to motivate, influence, persuade and negotiate with stakeholders at all levels
  • Excellent communication skills, including the ability to prepare and deliver detailed reports, briefings and presentations on projects under delivery to a variety of audiences
  • Experience in managing complex and sensitive issues
  • Experience working in a large or complex organisation.

Essential requirements of the role

  • A valid Working with Children Check for paid employment.

Key knowledge and experience

  • Knowledge of and commitment to 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.

Benefits

  • 35hour week with flexible/hybrid working
  • Leave entitlements and time in lieu
  • Access to fitness passport

How to apply

  • Attach a resume (maximum 4 pages) and
  • A cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the essential requirements and the focus capabilities of this role and

Targeted Question
Please provide an example of a time you worked collaboratively with others to achieve an outcome. How did you build and sustain productive working relationships? What were your challenges and how did you overcome them?

This is a child-related role

As a condition of employment, you will be required to provide a Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance number and complete a National Criminal Record Check.

Visit the website for more information.

**Closing date: Sunday 14 May 2023 at 11:59p

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