Calling all Data Driven Professionals! This role empowers you to build a robust data foundation that drives project performance. You'll define success using clear, measurable metrics - then use those insights to boost efficiency, quality, and outcomes. By turning data into action, you'll make a tangible difference in our organisation and how we serve our community, in particular First Nations students and families.

Job details

About the Department of Education:

Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity,  offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance. Find out more about working with us.

About the Role:

The role combines technical data work with strategic project leadership, ideal for analytically minded project managers.

As the Project Officer you will contribute to the achievement of the department's organisational objectives by the completion of allocated projects and providing administrative support to the team.

Responsibilities include:

• You'll own an end-to-end data strategy - from gathering and validating to visualising and interpreting insights.
• You'll deliver real, measurable impact, transforming data into outcomes that matter.
• Within given research goals, assist in the conduct of research on issues associated with the allocated projects including the collection, collation and analysis of information.
• Review project outcomes on an ongoing basis and adjust for contingencies to maintain client driven project requirements
• Other suitable duties, consistent with the duties and responsibilities of the position as directed by the supervisor or nominated delegate

Competencies:

• Vision
• Results
• Accountability

Benefits:

• 12.5% superannuation
• Flexible work arrangements
• Employee Assistance Program

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 in response to the attached role description.

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. 

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 Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  NQR647150_25T Role Description (PDF, 237KB)
  Role Description