Description:
The Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA) is a statutory body responsible to the Victorian Minister for Education, serving both government and non-government schools. We provide high quality curriculum, assessment and reporting for all Victorian students birth to 18 years.
The Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA) is a statutory body responsible to the Victorian Minister for Education, serving both government and non-government schools. We provide high quality curriculum, assessment and reporting for all Victorian students birth to 18 years.
An exciting opportunity exists to join the Assessment and Reporting Division for a fixed term full-time position.
• Salary: $113,022 - $136,747 (Plus Superannuation of 11.5%)
• Fixed term till 31 December 2025
• Usual hours of work: Full time (flexible work conditions may be available)
• Usual work location: East Melbourne
Role Purpose
Working within the Assessment Policy, Strategy and Development Branch, you will facilitate the release and operation of the VCAA Student Portal for schools and students. The Portal will provide a direct (digital) method for students (initially Senior Secondary) to access their personal details, enrolment information, individual examination timetables, special provisions and aspects of their results.
You will work with a range of stakeholders, including internal technology and business teams, schools and sectors to establish and implement an operating model, including technical and administrative aspects. This will include development of schedules and collateral and documenting procedures. An important aspect of the work will be identifying and managing risks and issues in the lead up to release.
You will bring strong critical thinking skills and the ability to appropriately plan and implement a program. The role also requires solid communication (written and verbal) and stakeholder management capabilities.
In addition to day-to-day coordination of the work, you will report on progress, provide advice and brief management.
This role is a great opportunity to apply your expertise to a key initiative for Victorian students.
Experience and qualifications
Desirable: A relevant tertiary qualification.
How to apply
Applicants are encouraged to include a Curriculum Vitae, and cover letter. Please ensure a response to the key selection criteria in the position description is included.
For further information pertaining to the role, please contact Taylor Ashton, Director, Assessment Policy, Strategy and Development via taylor.ashton@education.vic.gov.au
Further Information
For more details regarding this position please see attached position description for the capabilities to address in application.
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. For more information about our work, working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions visit the Department website and our Diversity and Inclusion page
Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person.
Information about the Department of Education's operations and employment conditions can be located at www.education.vic.gov.au.
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Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Education will be treated in the strictest confidence.
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Applications close 11:59pm on 20 May 2025.