Advisor, Teacher Attraction Projects

Company description:

The NSW Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population. For more information about the NSW Department of Education, please visit

Job description:

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

• Temporary full time opportunity up to 12 months with possibility of extension.
• Located in Parramatta with flexible working arrangements available
• Remuneration of $99,938 - $110,271 p.a. plus superannuation and annual leave loading

About the role

We are seeking a passionate Advisor, Teacher Attraction Projects who will support the Teacher Attraction Initiatives team within the School Workforce Directorate. This team collaborates closely with key business stakeholders and plays a vital role in promoting career opportunities for current and future teachers across NSW through effective recruitment campaigns and innovative content that showcases the teacher value proposition (TVP) under the umbrella of the Early Career Academy (ECA) for Teachers.

Reporting to the Lead, the Advisor, Teacher Attraction Projects supports the planning, development and delivery of ECA digital initiatives in collaboration with the broader Teacher Attraction Initiatives team.

For further information please click here to view the role description.

About you

The successful candidate will have:

• Experience in planning, implementing, monitoring, and reviewing marketing campaigns or projects, ensuring they remain on target, within budget, and meet delivery standards.
• Proficiency in supporting administrative and system functions to streamline team operations, enhance digital workflows and improve efficiencies.
• High attention to detail to ensure data accuracy and compliance
• Experience using Salesforce CRM (user-level or admin support experience preferred) including experience with data entry, data validation, and record management in CRM systems
• Strong ability to manage and prioritise shared inboxes, responding accurately and in a timely manner
• Clear written communication skills for responding to internal and external stakeholders to showcase teacher attraction programs across owned and earned channels.
• Basic reporting skills (e.g. tracking volumes, statuses, or turnaround times) are an advantage
• Experience working collaboratively within a team to enhance service delivery and operational efficiency.

Key knowledge and experience

• 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

• Relevant tertiary qualifications and experience in Education, Business, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations or a related discipline.
• Hold a valid driver's licence (provisional or above).
• Willingness and ability to undertake interstate and intrastate travel to meet delivery requirements of campaigns.
• 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 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role.

Applicants are encouraged to prepare their application materials independently. The selection panel values authentic and personally written responses that reflect your own experience, insights and alignment with the Department's values and priorities.

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.

Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens, permanent residents, New Zealand citizens or a valid work visa). Ongoing (permanent) roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents and New Zealand citizens, while temporary roles welcome applicants with a visa.

Closing date: Friday 23rd January 2026 at 11:59pm.

For role enquiries please contact Malwina Strutt on or via email at and for recruitment process enquiries please contact Jordan Bugaoan at

Please note this role remains open for applications during the NSW Government closedown period (Wed, 24 Dec Sun, 12 Jan Any enquiries received during this time will be responded to once operations resume.

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.