Job Description
The Project Officer, Aboriginal Languages will develop policy and guidelines for schools to implement Aboriginal Language programs and to address the needs of Aboriginal students. The position will take direction from the National Statement and Plan for Languages with a focus on the following key areas:
- Aboriginal people are involved in, and Aboriginal perspectives and attitudes on education decision making are taken account of;
- To increase the number of Aboriginal people involved in education;
- Aboriginal people have access to quality education services;
- Aboriginal participation in education;
- Achievable equitable and appropriate achievement by Aboriginal students;
- Promote, maintain and support the teaching of Aboriginal studies, cultures and languages to all Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal students; and
- Strengthen community development training services including proficiency in English literacy and numeracy for Aboriginal adults.
The position will provide state-wide professional support and development to districts and schools.
Selection Criteria
- Sound knowledge of current initiatives, policies and issues relating to Aboriginal Languages.
- Interpersonal skills that demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and cooperatively with others at all levels in a range of contexts.
- Demonstrated ability to develop programs and strategies which have a customer focus and support program implementation.
- Conceptual and analytical skills that demonstrate an ability to identify and clarify issues and problems and generate strategies to address them.
- Well developed oral and written communication skills for a range of specific purposes and audiences.
Other Conditions
The recommended applicant for the position will be asked to consent to a criminal record check. Please note that people with a conviction or found guilty before a court are not automatically precluded from engagement in the Education and Training Sector. Each case will be considered on its merits.
For positions involved in child-related work, a Working with Children Check will also be required.
For Further Job Related Information
Please contact Ms Wendy Hewitt on (08) 9264 4095. (Please do not contact for job application packages).
Applications Instructions
Applicants are requested to download the attached job application package or to contact Ms Kristina Spandl on (08) 9264 5281.
Applicants are requested to address the above selection criteria when submitting their application. Your application will include:
- Job Application Form (attached)
- a resume and contact details for two professional referees
- statement of attainment against the selection criteria
Submitting Applications:
Applications are to be marked "Confidential Advertised Vacancy" and forwarded by mail or hand delivered to:
Mr Martin Clery
Manager
Secondary Programs Directorate
Department of Education
Level 2, 151 Royal Street
EAST PERTH WA 6004
Or by email to martin.clery@det.wa.edu.au
PROFORMA, LATE OR FAXED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED