Aso8 Principal Policy and Project Officer

6 days ago

Adelaide, Australia SA Government -DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION Full time

**Department for Education**
**Job reference**: 581326

**Location**: 5000 - ADELAIDE

**Job status**: Long Term Contract

**Eligibility**: Open to Everyone

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Join our dynamic team as the Principal Policy and Project Officer.

**About Department for Education**

Every child and young person deserves a great education.

We have a strategy that aims to unlock every child’s potential now and into the future, one that in partnership with learners, students, parents and the wider South Australian community will build a world-leading public education system. One that is equitable and prioritises learning and wellbeing.

Together we will make our education system the best it can be.

When our children and young people thrive, so do our communities and our state.

**About the Position**

Reporting to the Manager Strategic Policy and Implementation, the Principal Policy and Project Officer provides high level policy, project and program management leadership to a range of career education and pathways initiatives. The Principal Policy and Project Officer will provide expert advice, project management leadership, and direction to ensure significant and/or complex evidence-based projects are research informed, and strategies within these reform projects are delivered on time and within budget.
The role works collaboratively with staff across the Student Pathways and Careers (SP&C) Division, the department, and a range of stakeholders, to determine project visions, goals, outcomes, priorities and budget within the framework of corporate plans and objectives of the directorate, division and department.

**Qualifications**

Desirable: Relevant Tertiary Qualifications and/or relevant skills and experience involving project management, strategic redesign and/or change management skills.
Career Development qualification and/or relevant experience in the field of career development, education and guidance.

**Why work with us**

By joining our team, you will:

- Be part of a supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Access professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge.
- Enjoy work-life balance with flexible working arrangements.
- Make a real difference in the lives of South Australians.

Together, we can work towards building a stronger future for all students in South Australia.

**Special Conditions**

The successful applicant is required to gain a Department for Human Services (DHS) working with children check (WWCC) prior to being employed which is required to be renewed every five years before expiry. The incumbent will be required to undertake RRHAN -EC (Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect - Education Care) Facilitator Lead (Masterclass) extended course or the online (Fundamentals) course which will be required to be updated every three years.

For all other Special Conditions please refer to the attached Position Description.

**Application Instructions**

Applicants are required to submit a CV and a written statement of no more than 1500 words addressing the key competencies in the position description. In addition, applicants are required to fill and submit attached Application Cover Sheet and Employment Declaration forms.

People of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and/or those who have a disability are strongly encouraged to apply.

Applications must be made through the I Work For SA website.

**Remuneration**

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

ASO8: $119,317 - $123,822 per annum plus superannuation

**Enquiries**

**Additional Note**

Multiple full-time (1.0 FTE) contracts available, starting on 8 April 2024 for 12 months.

**Applications close**: 17/03/2024 11:30 PM

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