• Full-time position on a fixed-term contract of up to 2 years
• Based at TAFE SA Adelaide City Campus
• ASO6 salary range, $98,478 - $104,165 p.a. + Super
About TAFE SA
Awarded the Training Provider of the Year at the 2021, 2022 and 2024 SA Training Awards, TAFE SA ensures all South Australian students have access to quality education and skills training across a number of regional and metropolitan locations.
By working with TAFE SA, you'll have the opportunity to advance your career in a diverse and inclusive organisation, while helping to deliver job-ready skills and meaningful outcomes for students across our state.
About the role
TAFE SA is seeking a proactive and dynamic Sector Liaison Officer to join the Centre of Excellence in Early Childhood Education and Care within the Academic Development Division. This newly created position will play a pivotal role in fostering strong relationships with industry sectors and the Office for Early Childhood Development, contributing to the advancement of Early Childhood Education and Care training programs across Australia.
Key Responsibilities:
Facilitate industry engagement initiatives, including training activities, networking events, and collaborative projects. Serve as the primary contact for stakeholders such as schools, government agencies, unions, and universities. Provide administrative and secretariat support for engagement activities and advisory groups. Conduct research to support industry engagement and diversity initiatives. Develop communication materials to promote engagement activities. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure successful delivery of key projects. Key Selection Criteria:
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to build and maintain professional relationships. Highly organised, with the ability to multitask and prioritise effectively. Excellent attention to detail and proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite. Knowledge of local, state, and national funding frameworks, government policies, and relevant educational contexts. Commitment to workplace policies on health, safety, equity, and diversity. Special Conditions
The successful applicant is required to demonstrate having a valid Working With Children Check (WWCC) prior to being employed. Applicants who do not hold a WWCC will need to apply at Department of Human Services (DHS).
Some out of hours work may be required. Intra/interstate travel and overnight absences may be required. Incumbent will be required to participate in the department's Performance Development Program. Eligibility to work in Australia. Application Instructions
All applications must be submitted online .
For further information on how to apply for this position, please refer to the attached application guidelines and Role Description .
Your application must address all Key Selection Criteria as listed in the Role Description. Provide examples outlining your skills, experience, and knowledge of each criterion, and how you put them into practice. It is important that you identify skills you may have which are not explicitly specified in the Role Descriptor and yet, in your opinion, would enable you to perform well in the position.
Inclusion and Flexibility Statement
At TAFE SA, we ensure our workplaces are safe, inclusive, supportive and respectful. We do not accept discrimination, harassment, or violence of any kind. As an Equal Opportunity employer, we strongly encourage applications from First Nations people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, LGBTIQA+ and people living with disability.
TAFE SA offers a range of work options to attract and retain great staff, including part-time. We support employees to manage their work-life balance at all stages of their lives. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
Enquiries
Nick Howie
Director, Centre of Excellence – Establishment
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