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Manager - Focused Initiatives Team (FIT)
Services and Infrastructure Planning Branch, Infrastructure Services Division
The Office of the Assistant Director General, Services and Infrastructure Planning branch, Infrastructure Services Division, is on the lookout for a Manager to join our newly created Focused Initiatives Team (FIT).
We are hiring for a 12-month period,
dedicated to delivering high-profile and complex projects for the Department of Education. Ideal candidates will have proven leadership and management skills and showcase a forward-thinking, constructive attitude towards the development and execution
of complex projects. Experience in project planning, effective collaboration, and maintaining strong governance including driving project through Cabinet processes are essential qualities we are seeking.
Do these qualities reflect your professional
expertise and disposition? If so, we invite you to apply!
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Project Management |
| Classification | AO8 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane Inner City |
| Job ad reference | QLD/CO629358/25T |
| Closing date | 13-Apr-2025 |
| Job duration | Until 11 May 2026 unless otherwise determined |
| Contact person | Jaree Dimitriou |
| Contact details | 0449 904 524 Access the National Relay Service |
About the Team
The Focused Initiatives Team (FIT) is a newly created team within Infrastructure Services Division with the goal of driving high profile and complex projects for the Department of Education. This team will utilise their networks and relationships working collaboratively across the Department to implement approved plans, identifying and managing risks.
We are currently recruiting for this Manager role plus their Director and 2 x AO7 Principal Project Officers. What a great opportunity to support a collaborative team culture contributing to significant infrastructure initiatives enhancing education in Queensland!
About the Role
The ideal applicant will have the following key attributes:
- Proven high level consultative, communication, written, interpersonal and negotiation skills appropriate to an environment of reform, change and evolution.
- Knowledge of and the ability to apply appropriate project management methodologies, policy, standards and frameworks relevant to activities and services to ensure effective delivery of outcomes.
- Demonstrated ability to research, review and analyse information, identify issues and problem solve to assist decision-making with the ability to present findings for Senior Executive audience, to ensure effective outcomes.
- Evidence of ability to work collaboratively and respectfully with colleagues, and stakeholders including communicating clearly, and participating in a team approach to deliver project outcomes.
This role requires a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.
How to Apply
Applicants are required to submit:
- A brief resume, contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history);
- A maximum two-page written response outlining an experience(s) and outcome(s) achieved in a complex and high-profile body of work, with a focus on how you achieved this outcome and why this experience positions you well to join FIT; and
- Answer the online questionnaire (the questionnaire will open after you have clicked apply and entered your personal details).
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).
The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached role description and candidate information fact sheet and follow the instructions.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
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CO629358_25T - Role Description (PDF, 142KB)
Role Description
Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
Information Package for Applicants
