Senior Programs and Policy Officer

2 weeks ago


Adelaide, South Australia Legal Aid NSW Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Programs Officer or Senior Policy Officer to join our team in the Early Childhood Outcomes Division. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the development and delivery of new early childhood education initiatives and programs that support the Department of Education's objectives and Government commitments.

Key Responsibilities
  • 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.
  • Manage and oversee all aspects of project planning, development, and implementation for a range of projects.
  • 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.
Essential Requirements
  • Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline or demonstrated equivalent knowledge and/or experience.
  • A valid Working with Children Check for paid employment.
  • Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education.
Key Knowledge and Experience
  • Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the NSW Department of Education's policies and procedures, including the Aboriginal Engagement Strategy and the Early Childhood Education and Care Framework.
About You

The ideal candidate will have experience in program design, program management, or policy development, excellent stakeholder engagement skills, and the ability to build rapport with stakeholders and work collaboratively. They will also have exceptional communication skills, including the ability to prepare and deliver detailed reports, briefings, and presentations to a range of audiences, including executives.

What We Offer
  • Opportunity to make a difference at the Department of Education
  • Flexible work-life balance
  • Competitive salary
  • 35-hour week


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