Project Officer Market Design

Project Officer – Market Design

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 role up to 30th June 2027
• Location: Parramatta
• Salary: Starting from $ 113,574 up to $125,720 + Super and accrued flex leaves

About the role

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Project Officer to support the delivery and enhancement of key projects and strategic initiatives aimed at improving the effectiveness of the Vocational Education and Training (VET) market.

In this dynamic role, you will assist with the implementation and evaluation of new and existing initiatives, provide analysis and reporting on training provider performance, and support the achievement of Government objectives and priorities for the VET sector. This role suits someone who is proactive and shows initiative — someone who looks for opportunities to improve processes, solve problems, and add value without waiting to be asked. You will also :

• Monitor and analyse VET market data to inform decision-making and evaluate provider performance.
• Prepare high-quality briefings, reports, and correspondence to support the work of the directorate.
• Contribute to the communication and interpretation of project outcomes to support public and private training providers.

For further information please click here to view the role description

About you -

• Intermediate to strong proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• A go-getter mindset with a strong sense of initiative and drive to get things done
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage conflicting priorities and deadlines.
• Experience working both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• High level of attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Strong problem-solving capabilities and initiative in delivering results.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing briefing notes and formal correspondence.
• Strong relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams and establish networks with a range of stakeholders
• A sound understanding of, or experience in, the Vocational Education and Training sector will be highly regarded.
• 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

• 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 and the targeted questions:

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2. This role has minimal routine tasks, working predominantly on multiple projects with competing deadlines. No day is the same. Outline your approach to managing your workload and what resources you use to help you stay on track.  

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2. Provide an example of when you were required to analyse data to inform decision-making or improve outcomes. What tools did you use, what did you find, and how did you present your findings?

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.

As a condition of employment, successful candidates who are not currently employed by the department will be required to provide a current Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance number. This option would allow the WWCC to naturally expire without further communication needed with the employee. The employer obligations under the WWCC would apply for duration of the WWCC's validity (up to 5 years).

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: Thursday 11th Sept 2025 at 11:59pm.

For role enquiries please contact Debi Buttigieg 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.