Manager - South East Region

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Your opportunity

As the Manager, Regional School Industry Partnership (RSIP) for the South East Region, you will lead a high-impact regional initiative that strengthens collaboration between schools, training providers, employers, and community partners to support every student's transition from school into further education, training, or employment.

You will drive the implementation of the Department's Ready for the Future strategy through authentic partnerships that address local skills needs, expand student exposure to career pathways, and build Queensland's future workforce.

Your Responsibilities

As the Manager, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Lead a regional, coordinated approach to building and sustaining school–industry partnerships aligned to local skills shortage areas and emerging workforce priorities.
• Design and deliver regional initiatives that connect students with real-world experiences through programs such as Education to Employment Round Tables, Capability Uplift Days, and industry engagement events.
• Collaborate with Regional Jobs Committees, DTET, TAFE Queensland, Chambers of Commerce, and employers to strengthen local pipelines for employment and training.
• Facilitate a Regional RSIP Reference Group to share best practice, align strategic planning, and promote regional consistency across initiatives.
• Partner with school leaders and Senior Schooling teams to build capability, share data insights, and align pathways strategies with student needs.
• Contribute to the statewide RSIP network by sharing innovation, supporting system development, and expanding opportunities for Queensland students.

Are you the right person for the job?

You are a collaborative and strategic leader who excels at relationship management, communication, and system thinking.

You will bring:

• Proven experience in education, training, or workforce development settings.
• Demonstrated ability to build and sustain high-value partnerships across schools, government, and industry.
• Strong project leadership skills, with the ability to deliver regional initiatives aligned with state priorities.
• The capacity to communicate with influence and lead change across diverse stakeholder groups.
• A commitment to improving student outcomes through innovative, evidence-based strategies that connect learning to the world of work.
• If you thrive in a dynamic environment where collaboration drives meaningful outcomes for young people, this is your opportunity to make a lasting regional impact.

Please refer to the attached role description for the full list of responsibilities and mandatory requirements for this position.

Interested? To Apply

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history).
• Attach a written statement (1-page maximum) about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role.

Contact Name: Karen Abraham, Position

Closing Date: 30, November 2025

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.