Head Start Industry Coordinator

4 days ago

Canberra, Australia ACT Government Full time

The VET area has a focus on development and implementation of quality systems that support innovation and growth in VET for secondary schools. This includes processes to support continuous system improvement and the assurance of conformity to applicable statutory and regulatory requirements.

The Head Start Industry Coordinator position supports the development, implementation and management of the Head Start pilot program. The Head Start pilot program will provide 50 senior secondary school students with the opportunity to undertake an Australian School-based Apprenticeship and have the option to take up to three years to complete their senior secondary certificate. Head Start students will be provided personalised career education and mentoring over three years, and employers will receive coaching and support to ensure students get high quality on-job learning in a safe and secure working environment.
Head Start students will be carefully matched with employers in occupation areas that align with job demand and/or growth in our region, and the Head Start team will work with local employers to strengthen school to industry partnerships.

You will be required to establish and maintain effective networks and work collaboratively with businesses and industry groups to build strong and vibrant links that promote Australian School-based Apprenticeships (ASbAs) as a career pathway for students in the ACT. You will also support the ASbA Coordinator who is responsible for the growth of ASbAs more broadly in ACT schools, through a continuous improvement lens.

Ideally you will have proven ability to establish and manage projects within tight timeframes, build relationships, communicate effectively and influence stakeholders.

You will have the ability to ‘wear multiple hats’, be a team player, juggle priorities, are resilient and tactful, passionate about what you do and committed to making a difference.

**Eligibility/Other Requirements**:
**MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS**
- Possession of a current driver’s licence and access to a private vehicle.
- Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the _Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011_ is required. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registration refer to - Working with vulnerable people (WWVP) registration (act.gov.au)

**HIGHLY DESIRABLE**
- Significant experience and understanding of the VET sector, ASbAs and local industry.
- Competent user of Microsoft Office programs

**How to Apply**: Please submit a statement of claims (maximum of six pages) addressing the Selection Criteria. Also provide your current curriculum vitae and two referees with a thorough knowledge of your work performance and outlook. Please ensure that one of the referees is your current or immediate past supervisor. You should also be aware you may be asked to provide further referees.

**Note**:
This is a temporary position available for 12 months with the possibility of permanency.

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