This is an eighteen (18) month fixed term, full-time position commencing ASAP with possible extension
The Curriculum, Assessment and Strategic Policy Directorate ensures the integrity and consistency of education standards across Western Australia by implementing moderation activities, overseeing the development and review of ATAR course examinations, and advancing online assessment initiatives. It leads policy development and innovation in curriculum, assessment, and moderation from Kindergarten to Year 12, ensuring alignment with best practices and evolving educational needs. Additionally, the directorate manages key projects and provides strategic support to the School Curriculum and Standards Authority Board and the Minister, ensuring responsiveness to policy and governance requirements.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced and strategic professional to provide high-level support and leadership in the development, implementation, and management of curriculum, assessment, and certification projects across Kindergarten to Year 12. This role involves leading complex initiatives, managing project teams, and overseeing budgets to ensure successful delivery within set timeframes. You will be responsible for evaluating policies and programs, identifying opportunities for improvement, and providing expert advice to senior leaders on key education matters. Your ability to conduct in-depth research, analyse emerging issues, and develop strategic recommendations will be essential in shaping policy and driving positive outcomes for students and schools.
As a key advisor, you will work closely with executive and management teams to address complex challenges, ensuring consistency and alignment with educational priorities. You will build and maintain strong relationships with schools and stakeholders, using effective communication and negotiation skills to support policy development and implementation. Additionally, you will prepare high-quality reports, briefing notes, and correspondence for senior leadership and government bodies. Your expertise will contribute to the broader functions of the Directorate, supporting operational efficiency and ensuring alignment with the Department’s strategic goals.
Professional Benefits
We are conveniently located in Cannington 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)
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Mandy Hudson, Executive Director on (08) 9273 6300 or emailing mandy.hudson@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.
- hold a recognised and relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent substantial experience
- 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 two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A four (4) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:
- Demonstrated extensive knowledge and understanding of current trends, initiatives and reforms in education, particularly the Western Australian Curriculum and Assessment Outline and the Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE).
- Demonstrated highly developed communication and interpersonal skills, including experience in undertaking high-level consultations, collaborations and negotiations.
- Demonstrated highly developed written communication skills, including extensive experience in preparing reports, briefing notes and speeches.
- Demonstrated ability to provide leadership and work collaboratively to manage a range of complex projects.
- Demonstrated highly developed organisational skills with a proven ability to deliver outcomes on schedule in a demanding environment and under tight timeframe
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: DOE951436
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 Friday, 21 March 2025
