Senior Project Officer - De International

Description:

As the Senior Project Officer you will manage or oversee project activities and processes including planning, implementation, coordination, budgeting and reporting, and be accountable for the compliance of projects with relevant legislation, policy and procedures.
You will also coordinate quality assurance processes, monitoring and evaluation of international projects and assist senior staff with the preparation of correspondence, reports, corporate data and other departmental documentation.
The Senior Project Officer reports to the Manager and Director, DE International, Policy, External Relations and International Division. This is a temporary vacancy until 19 December 2025, unless otherwise determined.
About The Department
The Department of Education is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.
Your Role
Responsibilities include:
Provide effective and efficient management, strategic direction and operational procedures of the relevant programs ensuring successful outcomes and compliance with legislation, policy and procedures.Coordinate, monitor and review the preparation and administration of budget estimates, allocation of the budget and monthly financial reporting.Lead the quality assurance processes for projects, including report writing, monitoring and evaluation, and implementing action plans.Provide high quality and responsive service delivery to clients and stakeholders, including coordination and liaison with schools, parents and students and the supervision of students.Coordinate key stakeholders and represent DE International in various forums and settings.Market research, collation and analysis of key data for the business unit.Provide authoritative advice to the Director of the unit and other senior officers on matters relating to projects.Respond to change and challenges with innovative solutions to achieve project outcomes.
Other Responsibilities (as Required)
Other suitable duties, consistent with the duties and responsibilities of the position as directed by the supervisor or nominated delegate.
Interested? To Apply:
Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history);Attach a 1-page written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role.
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.
Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).
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