Job Reference: 128749349

Full-time temporary appointment for a period up to 30 June 2022.

Location: Sydney CBD, Oxford Street

 

We are seeking an experienced candidate to undertake a range of policy and project activities to support the development and delivery of key initiatives for the Directorate.

About the role

The role undertakes a range of project and policy research, analysis, reporting, implementation and administrative activities to support the development and delivery of projects aligned to Directorate priorities.

The role is located in the Strategic Initiatives team in the Policy, Insight and Engagement business unit. The Strategic Initiatives team delivers strategic policy initiatives that is innovative and timely for the NSW ECE sector. For all initiatives, principles are drawn from the extensive research and consultations with the sector, government agencies, educators and families.

About the Department of Education

The NSW Department of Education serves the community by leading the provision of world-class education. The Department protects young children by regulating preschool and long day care providers. Once children move into school, we provide them with a world-class primary and secondary education. We also work to advance the wellbeing of Aboriginal people.

The Department is one of the largest organisations in Australia with around 100,000 employees located across the state, and manages an annual budget that accounts for approximately one quarter of the State’s total budget.

Located with the Department of Education (DoE), the Early Childhood Education (ECE) Directorate administers several programs and funding streams designed to meet the goals of the National Partnership Agreements on Universal Access to Early Childhood Education and the National Quality Agenda, with a focus on improved participation of children from Aboriginal and low income backgrounds. 

As a regulatory authority under the national regulatory arrangements for early childhood education and care, the Directorate regulates approximately 5,500 services across the state. For services regulated under the National Quality Framework, this includes a process of assessment and quality rating by regional staff against the seven quality areas that make up the National Quality Standards.

 

For more information about the Department of Education, please visit NSW Department of Education

 

How to apply

The NSW Department of Education is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce as an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We encourage diverse applicants from a range of backgrounds to apply for roles in the department.

 

To apply for this role, please submit an application by clicking “Apply Online” below. To apply, you will need to attach a cover letter (max. 2 pages) and your resume (max. 5 pages) in either Word or PDF format. Please address any pre-screening questions and any essential requirements. We are looking for you to demonstrate your competence in the focus capabilities as outlined in the role description in your answer, so please develop your response with this in mind.

 

Note: the selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.

This is a child-related role. If you are the successful candidate you will be required to obtain a Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance number as a condition of employment (if you do not already have this). For more information, visit https://www.kidsguardian.nsw.gov.au/child-safe-organisations/working-with-children-check

In addition, your employment may be subject to the Department’s Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check  to determine your suitability for employment.

If you are called to interview you will need to provide the following documents and your employment may be subject to the Department’s Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check to determine your suitability for employment.  

 

Proof of Identity information

Informed Consent Form

Declaration for non-child work

 

PRE-SCREENING QUESTIONS

 

1. Describe a situation where you dealt with an ambiguous or complex policy or project issue involving multiple stakeholders, how you approached the situation and the outcomes achieved? (300 words maximum)

2. Can you describe a high-pressure situation where you have had to manage multiple priorities with competing deadlines? How did you meet expectations, while delivering sound advice and quality outcomes? (300 words maximum)

 

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS 

 

Working with Children Check

Knowledge of and commitment to the Department's Aboriginal education   policies (Please find Aboriginal Education Review – Information)

   

Note: A recruitment pool may be created through this recruitment process. A recruitment pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role or similar roles, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary, term or ongoing roles, over the next 18 months.