The Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority (QCAA) is seeking a Principal Project Officer to join the Quality Assurance. The Quality Assurance is responsible for activities that contribute to the quality assurance and implementation of the QCE and QCIA, including the endorsement, confirmation, and Applied syllabus quality assurance processes. The Unit also supports schools to certify students’ eligible for the QCIA and provides advice on QCE and QCIA policies and procedures.

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What you will do

In the Principal Project Officer role, you will:

• Lead and manage teams of internal QCAA staff and casual assessors to support quality assurance processes for internal assessments in General and Applied subjects, Short courses and recognised studies.
• Lead and participate in teams to develop professional learning and development resources to support the implementation of the QCE and QCIA.
• Design and present training programs, workshops, seminars and support materials that assist schools to interpret policies and procedures for the quality assurance and reporting of results of internal assessment.
• Provide expert advice to Managers and Directors in the Curriculum Services Division and the Assessment, Reporting and ICT Division on matters related to the implementation of senior assessment programs, making judgements and certification systems.
• Liaise with Principal Education Officers and Learning Area Managers to enact quality assurance activities consistently and in accordance with policies and procedures and to identify, prioritise and support schools requiring additional assistance.
• Liaise with external stakeholders to assist the implementation of state-wide quality assurance processes that ensure comparable results are reported for senior certification to meet the requirements of the QCE and QCIA as well as recognised studies that may contribute to the QCE.
• Lead forums, workshops and stakeholder engagement activities

What we are looking for

The QCAA is committed to selecting the person best suited to the role and to furthering equity and diversity. We strongly encourage applications from all gender groups, Aboriginal people, Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with all abilities.

The ideal candidate for this role:

• Thinks critically and acts on the broader purpose of the system (leads strategically)
• Gathers insights and embraces new ideas and innovation to inform future practice (stimulates ideas and innovation)
• Inspires others by driving clarity, engagement and a sense of purpose (inspires others)
• Demonstrates accountability for the execution and quality of results through professionalism, persistence and transparency (leads change in complex environments)
• Fosters an inclusive workplace where health, safety and wellbeing is promoted and prioritised (fosters healthy and inclusive workplaces).
• Demonstrates flexibility to changing expectations by proactively adapting own approach to reflect new requirements (Leads change in complex environments)
• Actively seeks feedback and modifies approach to enhance own effectiveness (Pursues continuous growth)

How to apply

Please read the information in the attached role description and the Information for Applicants document. Your application should include:

• a letter or statement (up to 2 pages maximum) that addresses the points outlined in the 'What we are looking for' section
• your résumé (up to 3 pages) that details your qualifications and experience, and the names of two work- related referees, one of which should be your immediate supervisor.

Documents must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format and use at least 11-point font size.

Apply online at www.smartjobs.qld.gov.au.

If you have technical difficulties or to discuss reasonable adjustment options, please email peopleandculture@qcaa.qld.edu.au.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Documents

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

• Info for applicants guide (Word, 353KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  AO7 Principal Project Officer Quality Assurance July 2026 (PDF, 175KB)
  Role Description