This is a permanent full-time position commencing February 2025
DREAM DISCOVER LEARN
The Department of Education has a long history of providing education to international students. We have welcomed students from around the world into our schools since the early 1980s.
As a key priority of the State Government, we are committed to supporting the development of the international education sector in Western Australia. Our schools form a key part of the sector, providing education to international students at the beginning of their educational journey. As the starting point, our schools provide an effective and accessible pathway for students to begin their journey in education and then move with confidence into vocational or higher education or any other chosen pathway.
The Department’s International Education branch coordinates the provision of international education in Western Australian public schools. The branch is responsible for the Department’s International Education Program, which involves the implementation of a range of initiatives focused on supporting the growth of international education in public schools.
The Role
In this role, you will support the implementation of key initiatives and strategies of the Department’s International Education Program. You will work closely with stakeholders to establish and strengthen partnerships in key offshore markets, engaging in high-level liaison and maintaining robust networks to promote the Department’s international education objectives.
This role also involves conducting research to assess trends in international education, performing data analysis to drive improvements, and developing risk management strategies to address emerging challenges.
You will contribute to the design, development and facilitation of professional learning programs and resources for schools.
A key aspect of the role involves the preparation of reports, policy, briefing notes, correspondence and Ministerial communication.
Professional Benefits
We are conveniently located in East Perth and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
- 11.5% employer contributed superannuation, increasing to 12% by July 2025.
- Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance including; working from home or remote, flexible working hours and part-time arrangements
- Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave
- Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
- Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments)
- Enjoy easy access to public transport with the Claisebrook train station just a 5-minute walk away or, take advantage of the free Yellow Cat bus service that stops outside our building entrance. Additionally, various CPP parking locations are within walking distance.
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Your future manager Joe Bontempo, Manager International Education, is more than happy to chat with you about the position on (08) 9264 4385 or via email joe.bontempo@education.wa.edu.au
We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people (Building Leadership Impact).
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
- obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A CV of up to five (5) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A two (2) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF – the remaining criteria will be assessed at the interview:
2. Demonstrated high-level planning and management skills with a proven ability to plan and coordinate initiatives in a complex environment.
4. Demonstrated highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to successfully undertake consultations, collaborations and negotiations with senior officers, school leaders and other stakeholders across a broad range of settings.
5. Demonstrated highly developed written communication and presentation skills, including experience in the preparation of correspondence, reports, Ministerial communication, briefing notes and policy.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE932038
Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 20 January 2025
