Project Manager - International Education Branch: Strategic and External Relations
Division: Curriculum, Assessment and Strategic Policy
Salary: Level 7, $128,077 - $136,891 per annum (pro-rata) (PSCA 2022)
This is a permanent full-time position commencing ASAP The School Curriculum and Standards Division provides administrative and secretariat services for, and implements the decisions of the School Curriculum and Standards Authority (the Authority). The Authority provides quality curriculum, assessment and standards to enable all Western Australian students to become confident, creative learners and active, informed citizens who contribute positively to society.
The School Curriculum and Standards Division has two directorates – Curriculum, Assessment and Strategic Policy; and Examinations, Certification and Testing.
The Role The Project Manager – International provides project management support and direction for the School Curriculum and Standards Authority's (the Authority) international education program, including approved expansion activities, to ensure key deliverables are met.
The Authority is seeking an applicant with the ability to approach problem solving innovatively, while appreciating and effectively addressing complex operating environments. The successful applicant should ideally have strong project management skills, including the ability to effectively manage competing workloads and timelines, work with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders and deliver projects that meet established specifications and timelines. The successful applicant will coordinate certain human resource and finance related processes, and contribute to strategic aspects of the Authority's international education program. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a range of contexts related to, or connected with, international education, including having a client focus, are key to this role. Experience in a school environment is desirable, including teaching, leadership and coordinating various events. The ability to manage multiple projects and timelines is critical in this role.
The successful applicant must be willing and able to undertake occasional international or interstate travel, as the need arises.
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 Angelique Smith, Manager, Strategic and External Relations, on or emailing .
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.
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 or obtain a valid passport and be eligible to travel to Authority endorsed interstate and overseas destinations.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.
Your application should include:
A CV of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.A two (2) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:Demonstrated substantial knowledge and understanding of contemporary, evidence-based practices related to international education support services.Demonstrated ability to provide leadership and influence change related to student support services.Demonstrated highly developed conceptual and analytical skills, including the ability to provide innovative thinking in implementing key programs or projects.Demonstrated highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to successfully undertake consultations, collaborations and negotiations with senior officers, school leaders and other stakeholders.Demonstrated highly developed written communication and presentation skills, including experience in the preparation of complex reports, briefing notes and professional learning documentation.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 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE/917486
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, 4 October 2024.
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