This is a fixed term, full-time position commencing ASAP up until July 2025
Intergovernmental Relations is seeking to appoint a diligent and enthusiastic Manager - Special Projects to join the team.
We encourage all applicants with diverse professional experiences to apply.
The Role
The Manager - Special Projects will lead and manage the Department of Education’s involvement in a range of national projects and activities stemming from the Better and Fairer Schools Agreement and other national agreement negotiations.
You will coordinate the development of State positions in relation to a variety of current and emerging national education reviews, reforms, policies and initiatives, carefully analysing and considering their implications for Western Australia and providing high quality strategic advice and recommendations to Executive.
You will lead, facilitate and provide representation on internal and external working parties and committees, and be a strong advocate for Western Australia on national issues. The role will require you to consult, collaborate and negotiate with a range of internal and external stakeholders including other government agencies, and research and prepare responses to correspondence, briefings and reports on various matters for Ministers, the Director General and others as required.
The Intergovernmental Relations Directorate is responsible for coordinating and providing timely, high quality strategic policy advice on Commonwealth-State education matters.
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.
- 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)
- Modern end of trip facilities/changerooms
- Free parking at the East Perth work location subject to availability.
- 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 City of Perth 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).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Dale Miller, Director, on (08) 9264 4073 or emailing Dale.Miller@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.
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 ten (10) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A covering letter of up to three (3) pages outlining why you are well suited to performing the role with regard to the selection criteria as outlined below and in the attached JDF:
- Implements and manages strategy
- Achieves results
- Builds productive relationships
- Exemplifies personal integrity and self-awareness
- Communicates and influences effectively
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: DOE/919060
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, 21 October 2024
