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Merit list/pools and how they will be usedApplicants suitable for the role but not offered the position for the current vacancy may be placed in a merit list or pool. If the applicant agrees, the results may be shared with other Australian Public Service (APS) agencies for filling similar roles. Applicants may be offered a future role without the need to reapply. A merit list or pool may be used for up to 18 months. This merit list/pool may be used to fill other vacancies anywhere in Australia.
Joining the Early Childhood and Youth GroupJoining the Early Childhood and Youth Group at the Department of Education is an opportunity to work in a dynamic priority area of Government, delivering excellence in program delivery and management and improving policies across government that affect young people, alongside State and Territory Governments.
As a Director (EL2) at the Department of Education, you will lead a professional team undertaking meaningful and interesting policy development and/or program delivery work.
Key ResponsibilitiesIn the Workforce Branch, you will lead a small team responsible for policy development and analysis on pay and conditions in the Early Childhood Education and Care sector. This will include consideration of a range of policy issues including the worker retention payment program and undervaluation proceedings.
In the Quality and Inclusion Branch, you will lead a team responsible for the Inclusion Support Program which helps children with additional needs participate in early childhood education and care through tailored support and funding to services. Responsibility for managing the program involves providing informed policy advice in an exciting early years reform landscape, managing contracts and funding, stakeholder relationships, program assurance, compliance projects, strategic input, and program decisions.
The key duties of the position include:Providing strategic advice, problem solving and issues management for both internal and external stakeholders (including the Executive and Ministers), in relation to complex and potentially controversial matters.Leading strategic planning for longer term project and program initiatives which may have a department wide impact.Providing excellent leadership to a team. Implementing and promoting continuous improvement, making a positive contribution to branch and divisional culture and outcomes.Applying and maintaining a comprehensive understanding of the role and responsibilities of the Department, including the Department's impact on the wider political and community context in which it operates.Employment ConditionsEmployment at the Department of Education is subject to conditions prescribed within the Public Service Act 1999 including:
Citizenship: Under section 22(8) of the Public Service Act 1999, employees must be Australian citizens to be employed in the APS unless the Agency delegate has agreed, in writing.Security Clearance: This is a designated security assessed position. The successful candidate will have the ability to obtain and maintain the required security clearance.RecruitAbilityRecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability Getting to know the Department of EducationThe Department of Education contributes to Australia's economic prosperity and social wellbeing by creating opportunities and driving better outcomes through access to quality education and learning. A strong early childhood education system built around early learning and child care gives children the best start in life—supporting them to build social and behavioural skills to help prepare them to transition to school. For parents and carers, affordable child care enables them to participate in the workforce, pursue further education or other opportunities to contribute to their community — bolstering the social wellbeing and economic prosperity of the nation.
As children continue their journey through school, access to quality education creates the foundation for a bright future – it opens a world of possibilities and equips children and young people with the skills, knowledge, and career advice to prepare them for further work or study to fulfil their dreams. An affordable, and accessible higher education sector allows Australians and international students to pursue their passion in life or reskill for the jobs of the future. A strong higher education and research sector in step with national priority areas provides people with an opportunity to choose a career path that addresses skill shortages or the challenges of the future including, clean energy, advanced manufacturing, health, and education. Through education and learning, we change lives, create opportunities, and support Australia's economic success and social wellbeing.
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