Principal Advisor

About the Department:
The Department of Education (DoE) is committed to delivering responsive services focused on equity and excellence to Queenslanders and their communities. We promote equity and excellence by our commitment to respect, protect and promote human rights. Our objectives are: a strong start for all children, every student realising their potential, fair and safe workplaces and communities, capable people delivering our vision. Our vision is one of equity and excellence in a progressive, high performing education system that realises the potential of every student.

About the role:
This opportunity will allow the successful applicant to lead and coordinate the provision of strategic information and advice to the Executive Director on effective strategies, processes and systems that support the portfolio and develop and manage operational policies and procedures. As a highly motivated professional you will lead and manage the day to day business operations of the Office of the Executive Director andwill support the Executive Director and other senior officers of DEi with respect to coordinating Branch programs, projects and resources to ensure the effective development and implementation of strategic initiatives relating to international education.

Responsibilities include:
Prepares and provides high level advice and support to the Executive Director and other senior officers of Department of Education International with respect to the state-wide implementation of strategic policy initiatives as they relate to state schooling including Australian government and whole of government initiatives, emerging initiatives and schooling policies and procedures.
Manages and quality assures the preparation of high-level responses, reports, submissions, briefings and correspondence, as well as responses to the annual cycle of corporate strategic, budgeting and reporting requirements.
Responds to and coordinates responses to complex and sensitive issues and complaints emanating from the Office of the Minister, Director-General, Deputy Director-General and other high-level sources.
Monitors, analyses and evaluates activities and work practices within the Branch to ensure alignment with changing corporate goals and to inform future planning.
Leads and manages staff to deliver outcomes consistent with organisational directives, encouraging commitment, professional growth and continuous improvement.
Management and coordination of the business planning functions of the Office of the Executive Director and contribute to portfolio planning and reporting.

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.

To Apply:
Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
Attach a maximum 2-pg response incorporating the how you will be assessed section of the attached role description and how your experience relates to responsibilities and upcoming priorities outlined in the role tasks.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.

Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).

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