Project Officer

4 weeks ago

Wollongong, Australia NSW Government -School Performance - North Full time

**Project Officer**
- **Temporary Full-Time**
- **Location: Wollongong**

**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

The Assisted School Travel Program (ASTP) plays a significant role in meeting the needs of eligible students with disability by providing free specialised transport to and from school where parents and carers are unable to provide or arrange transport to the student either fully or in part.

The program provides around 3,000 individual transport services through contracted service providers, free of charge to approximately 12,500 students across NSW in both government and non-government schools.

**About the role**

Are you ready to be the driving force behind multiple, game-changing projects? We're on the lookout for a dynamic Project Officer who thrives on managing, coordinating, and bringing innovation to life

Get a feel for the team and program goals, and make sure your day-to-day activities are in sync with them.

Dive into research and analysis, using relevant evidence to shape your recommendations.

Elevate ASTP service delivery to new heights by ensuring project and organisational objectives are not just met but exceeded.

For further information please view the **role description**

**About you**
- You have a passion for turning projects into success stories.
- Demonstrated proficiency in effectively managing and prioritising multiple tasks with composure and efficiency.
- A drive to push boundaries and surpass expectations.

**Essential requirements of the role**
- High level interpersonal and communication skills
- Sound understanding of relevant legislation
- Creative and innovative analysis and problem-solving capabilities
- Knowledge of and commitment to the Department’s Aboriginal education policies.
- Represent the organisation in an honest, ethical and professional way and encourage others to do so.

**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**
- Opportunity to make a difference at Department of Education
- Flexible work-life balance
- Hybrid work model, in office & work from home (Please note, this role requires onsite attendance in Wollongong on a fortnightly basis)
- Competitive salary
- 35 hour week

**How to apply**

Attach a resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 3 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role as well as providing answers to the 2 pre-screening questions below:
**Targeted Question 1**: Describe a time when you managed a challenging project to achieve organisational objectives. How did you address these challenges and what was the projects outcome?

**Targeted Question 2**: Can you share a situation where the initial solution seemed straightforward, but considering the broader context made the task more complex. What steps did you take?

**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 26th November at 11:59pm.
- A talent pool may be created through this recruitment process. 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._

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