Principal Program Manager

Principal Program Manager

At the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners – from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training.

• Ongoing Full-Time (include duration for temporary role)
• Located in Eveleigh flexible working arrangements available)
• Competitive salary of $149,739 - $173,174 pa plus superannuation and leave loading

About the role

Join us to lead the First Nations Engagement in School Infrastructure program

We are seeking a dynamic leader to lead the First Nations Engagement in School Infrastructure program across NSW.

In this pivotal role, you will oversee initiatives designed to increase the participation of Aboriginal businesses and communities in the maintenance of NSW's public schools. You will play a key role in building sustainable training and employment pathways for Aboriginal school students, helping to empower the next generation through meaningful opportunities and partnerships.

If you are committed to fostering inclusivity, driving meaningful community engagement and creating real change within the education landscape, this is your chance to make a genuine difference.

For further information please click here to view the role description

About you

• Experience successfully building relationships and collaborating with multiple stakeholders including Aboriginal-owned business, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander workers, Aboriginal communities and other government agencies.
• Demonstrated program management experience to plan, manage and deliver programs, on time and within budget.
• Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Department's Aboriginal Education Policy and upholding the Department's Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people.

Essential requirements of the role

• Working with Children Check clearance (WWCC) for paid employment.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in project management, business, education or a related field and/or demonstrated equivalent professional experience.
• This position is designated for the employment of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. This initiative is authorised by the Department's Equal Employment Opportunity Management Plan in accordance with Part 9A of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.  Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants must provide documentation upon appointment. More information can be found in the policy library under Confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Descent.
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education.

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements
• 35 hour working week
• Competitive, salary sacrificing, employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
• Flex Leave entitlements, generous holidays & leave conditions
• Opportunities for advancement and mobility across the Department to support your career growth

How to apply

Attach a resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 3 pages, including your response to the targeted question) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role:

• Targeted question: Describe how you have promoted an acceptance of diversity in the workplace. What was the result?

Please refer to the Applicant's Guide to Applying to assist you with your application.

If you are an existing Education Support Staff (corporate staff) with the NSW Department of Education, click here for instructions on how to submit your application.

All other applicants please submit your application by clicking 'Apply Now'.

Note: the selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role. Successful candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening for this role which includes a National Criminal History Check.

This is a child-related role. As a condition of employment you will be required to provide a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance number (for paid employment). Visit the website for more information.

Closing date: 31 August 2025 at 11:59pm.

For role enquiries please contact Catherine Luu, A/Director Strategy Policy and Planning on and for recruitment process enquiries please contact Nabeel Abd Almadi at

We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team ) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion.

A recruitment pool may be created through this recruitment process. A recruitment pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary, term or ongoing roles, over the next 18 months.