Reference: VG/DE/ECE/20014581AOccupation: ProjectsSalary Range: $95,102 - $107,905About the DepartmentThe department provides a wide range of learning and development support and services. We provide policy leadership, plans for the future of education in Victoria, and lead key cross-sector collaboration. The department plays an important system steward role by providing support, guidance, oversight, and assurance across early childhood and school education systems, as well as directly providing school education and 50 new early learning centres.About the DivisionThe Early Learning Practice and Participation Division guides, supports, and inspires high-quality educational practice that improves the learning and development outcomes of Victoria's young children in government-funded early learning programs. The work of the Division is also underpinned by the central precondition that all children are able to access, be included, and engage in early learning. It leads operational policy and program development to deliver high-quality, inclusive kindergarten programs.About the RolesWe are seeking two Project Advisors to join the Professional Practice Branch. One in the Workforce Retention and Recognition Unit and one in the Assessment for Learning Unit. Both fixed-term positions are until 30 June 2027.Responsibilities of the Project Advisor include:Leading program and project delivery, including effective project planning and identifying emerging risks and opportunities.Developing briefings and correspondence related to the initiative, including effective quality assurance.Budgeting and cost management for programs, including tracking expenditure and undertaking procurement consistent with Departmental policies and procedures.Contributing toward performance and contract management, program implementation, local area engagement, and general team support.Collecting and analysing data associated with projects, reporting on project outcomes, and providing general support to ensure successful project delivery.The successful candidates will be expected to proactively collaborate with their colleagues and work autonomously within a fast-paced team. The successful candidates will receive coaching and opportunities to develop their public service skills and knowledge of the early childhood education system.AttributesTo succeed in the roles, you will be able to confidently adapt when faced with changing priorities and situations. You'll have a demonstrated ability to monitor the progress of projects against plans and take corrective action when required. You'll be confident working with internal and external stakeholders to ensure active collaboration when obtaining ideas, insights, or input.Desirable Qualifications and ExperienceExperience with supporting procurement activity in line with departmental policy including appropriate documentation and risk management.Ability to lead projects and programs including detailed project plans, evaluation and monitoring, communications planning, and risk management.Ability to write and edit complex briefs, letters, emails, and reports using clear, concise, and grammatically correct language and appropriate styles and formats.Ability to respond to and solve stakeholder issues, use organisational context, and build mutually beneficial stakeholder relationships.Ability to use understanding of stakeholders' context to design and implement systems for continuous improvement within the relevant entity.Diversity and Equal Employment OpportunityWe are an equal opportunity employer and the department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability, and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.Additional InformationFor further information regarding the positions, please refer to the attached position descriptions. The successful applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. All information provided to the Department of Education will be treated in the strictest confidence.Applications close: 11:59pm on Tuesday, 01 October 2024.To apply for this role, you will be redirected to the Department of Education job application system.
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