Principal Project Officer

5 days ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Queensland Department of Education Full time
Principal Project Officer - Digital & Virtual Learning

Education (Organisation site)
Reviews, Curriculum, Teaching and Learning Branch, Schools and Student Support Division

Applications are invited for the temporary full-time vacancy of Principal Project Officer, Digital and Virtual Learning. This temporary vacancy is available commencing February through to 27 May 2025, unless otherwise determined.

Job details

Position status: Fixed Term Temporary

Position type: Full-time

Occupational group: Project Management

Classification: AO7

Job ad reference: QLD/CO615868/25T

Closing date: 05-Feb-2025

Yearly salary: $131080 - $140381

Fortnightly salary: $5024.30 - $5380.80

Job duration: Until 27 May 2025 unless otherwise determined

As a Principal Project Officer in the Digital and Virtual Learning team, you will play a crucial role in supporting the implementation of policies and initiatives related to the department's Equity and Excellence strategy. The role will collaborate with dynamic teams to ensure effective delivery of Digital and Virtual Learning projects particularly in the field of emerging technologies, such as generative artificial intelligence (AI).

About the Role:

As the Principal Project Officer, your role will include:

  • Developing, implementing and monitoring project plans for Digital Capability;
  • Coordinating and working closely with the Digital and Virtual Learning team to progress project activities, including correspondence, reports, presentations and publications, and providing project progress status updates to management and senior executives;
  • Leading the coordination, organisation and promotion of professional development activities identified for the program;
  • Leading and collaborating on teaching and learning projects in emerging technologies, such as generative artificial intelligence (AI);
  • Ensuring that the development and production of a range of products services and activities for Digital and Virtual Learning are of high quality and compliant with the required visual and digital style guidelines;
  • Developing briefing materials, submissions, papers, reports, communications and correspondence;
  • Providing secretariat support for project governance groups to ensure effective implementation of project objectives within the established timeframes and allocated budget;
  • Developing and maintaining working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support the development, implementation and delivery of a range of projects and initiatives;
  • Leading, supporting and coordinating activities to facilitate a cohesive and supportive team environment;
  • Identifying and addressing areas of improvement with business processes, identifying issues or risks and making recommendations to the Governance team to ensure procedures are implemented or modified and that business efficiency is maintained.

What you need to succeed:

The ideal applicant will have the following key attributes:

  • A strong understanding of project development, monitoring and reporting;
  • Proven ability to manage projects and achieve required outcomes within set timeframes;
  • Well-developed organisation and prioritisation skills;
  • Strong skills in building relationships with internal and external stakeholders;
  • Strong communication skills.

Although not a requirement, experience in digital and virtual learning would be advantageous for this role.

How to Apply:

  • A brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (one of whom should be your current supervisor).
  • A maximum two-page written cover letter. The written application should convey how your skills, combined with your strong interest in school improvement initiatives, will deliver on the key tasks of the role.

Further information: For further information on the position please contact Lauren Milner on (07) 3055 2766 or via email at Lauren.Milner@qed.qld.gov.au.

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.

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