Adelaide SA | Brisbane, QLD | Canberra ACT | Darwin, NT | Melbourne, VIC | Hobart, TAS | Perth, WA | Sydney, NSW$98,105 - $107,880About the Department of Education
We contribute to Australia's economic prosperity and social wellbeing by creating opportunities and driving better outcomes through access to quality education and learning.
The Role
The Intergovernmental, Strategy and Governance Branch provides key enabling functions to the Minister, Secretary, other Senior Executives and the National School Resourcing Board to support the implementation of an exciting education agenda. We are looking for team members who are dynamic, flexible and excited to contribute to driving outcomes for Schools Group. The branch will give you exposure to critical functions of governance, and the opportunity to work in a dynamic and interesting role within a branch that is focused on delivery of outcomes and providing a positive culture to work and develop within.
Duties and Responsibilities
Responsibilities of the APS6 Senior Program and Policy Officer may include:
Maintaining a well-developed understanding of relevant policies, programs, research, legislation, frameworks and data sets.Use of sound judgement to interpret and analyse relevant evidence, research, data and stakeholder feedback for policy development and program issues. Develop and maintain productive working relations with stakeholders including peak bodies, state and territory government representatives, contract and program partners and other Commonwealth Government agencies.Draft, review and disseminate a range of documents, including briefings for senior executives National School Resourcing Board members, and Ministers.Undertake data analysis to support policy direction and program development. Contribute to governance arrangements, undertake procurement activities and manage contracts and projects. Staff supervisionCoordinate and prepare briefing packs for the Deputy, Secretary and Minister in support of key engagement forums in the Schools Policy Group (Deputy Secretary), Australian Education Senior Officials Committee (Secretary) and the Education Ministers Meeting (Minister)Prepare handling briefs on items for the Deputy Secretary, Secretary and MinisterProvide logistical support for executive forums, including managing the agenda and attendees as per the requirements of the Senior Executive and MinisterManage the finances of project funds, including liaising with external and internal stakeholders, checking invoices and preparing relevant reporting on the financial status of the project funds. APS Level 6Adelaide SA | Brisbane, QLD | Canberra ACT | Darwin, NT | Melbourne, VIC | Hobart, TAS | Perth, WA | Sydney, NSW$98,105 - $107,880About the Department of Education
We contribute to Australia's economic prosperity and social wellbeing by creating opportunities and driving better outcomes through access to quality education and learning.
The Role
The Intergovernmental, Strategy and Governance Branch provides key enabling functions to the Minister, Secretary, other Senior Executives and the National School Resourcing Board to support the implementation of an exciting education agenda. We are looking for team members who are dynamic, flexible and excited to contribute to driving outcomes for Schools Group. The branch will give you exposure to critical functions of governance, and the opportunity to work in a dynamic and interesting role within a branch that is focused on delivery of outcomes and providing a positive culture to work and develop within.
Duties and Responsibilities
Responsibilities of the APS6 Senior Program and Policy Officer may include:
Maintaining a well-developed understanding of relevant policies, programs, research, legislation, frameworks and data sets.Use of sound judgement to interpret and analyse relevant evidence, research, data and stakeholder feedback for policy development and program issues. Develop and maintain productive working relations with stakeholders including peak bodies, state and territory government representatives, contract and program partners and other Commonwealth Government agencies.Draft, review and disseminate a range of documents, including briefings for senior executives National School Resourcing Board members, and Ministers.Undertake data analysis to support policy direction and program development. Contribute to governance arrangements, undertake procurement activities and manage contracts and projects. Staff supervisionCoordinate and prepare briefing packs for the Deputy, Secretary and Minister in support of key engagement forums in the Schools Policy Group (Deputy Secretary), Australian Education Senior Officials Committee (Secretary) and the Education Ministers Meeting (Minister)Prepare handling briefs on items for the Deputy Secretary, Secretary and MinisterProvide logistical support for executive forums, including managing the agenda and attendees as per the requirements of the Senior Executive and MinisterManage the finances of project funds, including liaising with external and internal stakeholders, checking invoices and preparing relevant reporting on the financial status of the project funds. How to Apply
To apply for this position, please submit your application in our online recruitment system. You will need to:
Provide a summary (no more than 500 words) that outlines your skills, knowledge, and experience and why you should be considered for this vacancy. You should take into consideration the position overview (including any detailed position specific requirements) when drafting your response. Where possible include specific relevant examples of your work.Upload your ResumeProvide contact details for 2 Referees.The APS work level standards are structured to clearly differentiate between the work expected (i.e. responsibilities and duties) at each classification level. We encourage you to review these when writing your application.
Eligibility
Citizenship - to be eligible for employment with the Department, you must be an Australian Citizen or, in limited circumstances, in the process of obtaining it.
Security Clearance - our successful candidate is required to hold, or have the ability to obtain, and maintain a Baseline security clearance.
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