Principal Project Officer

2 weeks ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia The State of Queensland Full time
Principal Project Officer - Office of the ADG, Reviews, Curriculum, Teaching and Learning

We know education plays a critical role in preventing young people engaging in anti-social behaviour and entering the youth justice system and that access to high-quality education is fundamental to the future employment,health and wellbeing of every young Queenslander. The Department is committed to lifting educational outcomes for every student as this delivers significant benefits for students' life outcomes, particularly for the mostvulnerable children and young people in the most disadvantaged communities.

Job details

Position status

Position status Fixed Term Temporary

Position type

Position type Full-time

Occupational group

Occupational group Project Management

Classification

Classification AO7

Workplace Location

Job ad reference

Job ad reference QLD/CO566030/24T

Closing date 10-Jun-2024

Yearly salary

Yearly salary $ $136293

Fortnightly salary

Fortnightly salary $ $

Job duration

Job duration Until 30 June 2026 unless otherwise determined

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 with 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:

An exciting opportunity exists to join Curriculum, Teaching and Learning's Literacy, Numeracy, Early Years Languages and Global Competence (LNEYLGC) team. We are seeking four enthusiastic Principal Project Officers with current P-6 or 7-10 teaching experience and Certificate II vocational education and training qualifications to develop, lead and undertake a range of projects specifically related to key Curriculum, Teaching and Learning initiatives, with a focus on Literacy and Numeracy to ensure students' continued engagement in learning.

The successful applicants will have a deep understanding of the Australian Curriculum, the QCAA Literacy and Numeracy Short Courses, expert knowledge and practical experience in evidence informed best practice approaches to the effective teaching and monitoring of literacy and numeracy, and an understanding of the Department's key literacy and numeracy monitoring tools.

As Principal Project Officer, LNEYLGC, you will:

  • provide high level strategic advice to senior management and clients that supports the implementation of the Australian Curriculum and student engagement in learning;
  • scope and develop a range of resources to support key literacy, numeracy and vocational education and training initiatives;
  • undertake research and consultation with a diverse range of stakeholders to inform the development of support materials and resources and ensure alignment to Departmental policy;
  • contribute to briefing materials, submissions, papers, reports, communications and correspondence
  • develop and undertake projects guided by the Education Strategy Equity and Excellence: Realising the potential of every student; and
  • liaise with and build positive working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.

About You

The ideal applicant will have the following key attributes:

  • deep knowledge of the Australian Curriculum (v8.4 and v9) and contemporary curriculum, assessment and pedagogical practices;
  • knowledge of the Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority (QCAA) Literacy and Numeracy Short Courses;
  • knowledge and experience in creating and delivering vocational education and training resources;
  • deep knowledge and practical experience in evidence informed best practice approaches to the effective teaching and monitoring of literacy and numeracy;
  • an understanding of the Department's key literacy, numeracy and early years initiatives; including P-10 Literacy continuum and P-10 Numeracy continuum;
  • an understanding of and experience implementing effective practices to engage students in learning;
  • proven ability to manage complex projects and achieve required outcomes within set timeframes;
  • capacity to engage with a wide range of stakeholders; and
  • high level written and oral communication skills.

For further information please refer to the attached role description.

Interested? To Apply:

  • Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
  • Attach a 2-page written statement in response to the attached role description.

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).

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.

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