The Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority (QCAA) is seeking an Administration Officer to join the K-10 Curriculum and Assessment Branch. The K-10 Curriculum and Assessment Branch is responsible for the development of resources and policy advice to support Queensland schools to implement K–10 curriculum and assessment, including the F–10 Australian Curriculum. The Administration Officer efficiently and effectively manages and coordinates the workflow and administrative duties of the Director and K-10 Curriculum and Assessment Branch.

Job details

What you will do

In the Administration Officer role, you will:

• efficiently manage and coordinate the day-to-day workflow activities of the office of the Director
• provide confidential administrative support to the Director and four-unit managers within the branch
• develop, implement and review administrative processes and systems to support the efficient operation of the branch with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation
• arrange appointments, organise meetings and take minutes for a range of groups and committees
• liaise with officers at all levels of the Authority and with representatives from a range of external agencies on a variety of matters to support the operation of the branch and the delivery of core services
• coordinate and maintain effective filing and information retrieval systems, including electronic document management systems
• undertake research and analyses regarding routine matters and report findings to the Director and unit managers
• undertake project activities and other administrative support duties across branch as required.

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:

• Uses data and leverages technology to achieve greater efficiencies (stimulates ideas and innovation)
• Prioritises projects and tasks efficiently, in line with team commitments (leads strategically)
• Communicates in a clear, succinct and deliberate manner, adjusting the message so that it resonates with different stakeholder (builds enduring relationships)
• Analyses information to proactively identify risks to the team's planned activities (demonstrates sound governance)
• Demonstrates openness to diversity and supports practices that enable all individuals to participate to their fullest ability (fosters healthy and inclusive workplaces).

How to apply

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

• a letter (up to 2 pages maximum) telling us why you are interested in this role, what you'll bring to the role and what you'll get out of it
• 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.

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.

• AO3 Administration Officer_June 2025 (PDF, 189KB)
  Role Description
  
  QCAA Information for applicants (PDF, 215KB)
  Information Package for Applicants