Lead Projects, Curriculum

3 weeks ago


Council of the City of Sydney, Australia NSW Government Full time

Guiding the future of NSW education

Temporary, 6 months (possibility of extension)

Close to Wynyard station & hybrid work arrangements available

About us

We accomplish this by supporting all school sectors with high-quality syllabuses, assessment (including managing the HSC and NAPLAN), teaching standards (e.g., accrediting teachers) and school environments (including setting and monitoring school standards).

NESA is a unique organisation in NSW (of around 740 FTE staff) with significant state-wide impact.

About the role

The Curriculum Program Operations directorate involves developing, implementing and monitoring the kindergarten to year 12 curriculum in NSW, ensuring quality syllabuses and overseeing the implementation of Australian Curriculum Content.

On a day-to-day basis you will be responsible for:

- Oversee syllabus and policy projects to ensure compliance
- Establish and maintain stakeholder relationships
- Lead, coach and develop teams across the Curriculum Division

To be successful, you will need:

Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline or demonstrated equivalent relevant professional experience.

Demonstrated project deliverables from complex long-term projects

An understanding and knowledge of Curriculum Reform Program and how it the operations are run at NESA.

Understanding of how to process complex issues with NESA policies

What we offer

An organisation where your contribution has a big impact

An enviable CBD location with refurbished offices

Flexible working arrangements and generous leave entitlements

Access to discounted health and fitness memberships via Fitness Passport, an employee assistance program and annual flu vaccinations

Salary packaging options

Working in a purpose driven and ethical organisation with committed colleagues

How to apply

Select apply and attach an up-to-date résumé (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages). Also address the 2 targeted questions below in your online application:

Targeted Question 1: Describe a significant accomplishment where you successfully delivered a complex and sensitive research dataset or report output to tight deadlines. What were the key challenges associated with its scale, complexity, timeframe and/or sensitivity? How did you address those challenges?

Targeted Question 2: Describe a time when one of your colleagues was not providing service according to the organisation’s standards. What did you do and what was the outcome?

We particularly welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people of all ages, genders, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans and refugees.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For ongoing roles, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

Total Remuneration Package: $129,464 - $142,665 p.a. plus employer’s contribution to superannuation and leave loading.

Contact Katherine Pahali - katherine.pahali@nesa.nsw.edu.au

We pay respect to the Traditional Custodians and First Peoples of NSW, and acknowledge their continued connection to their country and culture.

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