Strategic Policy Manager and Senior Programs Specialist

1 day ago


Adelaide, South Australia Legal Aid NSW Full time

We are seeking a Strategic Policy Manager and Senior Programs Specialist to join our team at the Department of Education. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and forward-thinking individual to take the lead in supporting and guiding their team through the day-to-day development and delivery of new early childhood education programs and initiatives within our newly formed division.

About the Role
  • As a Strategic Policy Manager and Senior Programs Specialist, you will have the opportunity to support the management and coordination of a range of new early childhood education initiatives that contribute to organisational objectives and Government commitments.
  • You will build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, facilitating their engagement in, and contribution to, the identification and development of program solutions and to inform program decision making.
  • You will manage and oversee all aspects of project planning, development, and implementation for a range of projects.
  • You will mentor and guide Policy Officers and Project Officers and support staff, ensuring compliance with governance and quality requirements, to successfully deliver policy priorities and initiatives and successfully deliver all key projects milestones.
About You
  • We are looking for someone with experience in program design, program management, or policy development.
  • You should have excellent stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to build rapport with stakeholders and work collaboratively.
  • You should have exceptional communication skills, including the ability to prepare and deliver detailed reports, briefings, and presentations to a range of audiences, including executives.
  • Prior leadership mentoring skills and experience in the early childhood education and care sector would be highly regarded.
What We Offer
  • Opportunity to make a difference at the Department of Education
  • Flexible work-life balance
  • Competitive salary of $123,936 - $137,060 per annum (pro rata), plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
  • A 35-hour week


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