The Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority (QCAA) is seeking a Director to join the Senior Curriculum and Assessment Implementation Branch on a fixed-term temporary basis. This role leads learning area units that implement and manage senior syllabus and support for internal assessment quality assurance and development of high-quality external assessment instruments.

Job details

What you will do

In the Director role, you will:

• Provide strategies and expert advice to the Executive Director, Curriculum Services Division and other senior management regarding the implementation of policies and strategic plans involving curriculum, syllabuses, standards, assessment, moderation and the processes leading to senior certification.
• Provide strategic leadership, direction and management of the implementation of the Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE) that encourages quality management practices, continuous improvement, innovation, cooperation and collaboration.
• Direct and supervise work of a large team including learning area managers, principal education officers, and senior education officers in delivering and evaluating activities associated with implementation of high-quality curriculum and assessment products and services.
• Lead and direct efficient and effective use of branch human, physical and financial resources within budget allocations and delegations.
• Oversee a stakeholder engagement strategy to support the continuous improvement of curriculum and assessment implementation products and services.
• Maintain and promote an environment of cooperative endeavour and partnership with schools and relevant stakeholders to support effective implementation of senior curriculum and assessment products.
• Establish and maintain strategic, consultative networks across QCAA, the broader education community, peak advisory groups and subject associations, other statutory authorities and community groups.
• Liaise with schools and employing authorities on the implementation of senior curriculum and assessment products and determine any assistance and support that may be required.
• Prepare, coordinate and present submissions, policy responses, speeches, briefings and responses to sensitive correspondence.
• Monitor national and international initiatives concerning curriculum, learning, assessment and reporting and provide policy advice to the Executive Director, Curriculum Services Division.
• Lead and model a change management and performance development culture by participating in regular two-way feedback discussions with your supervisor, colleagues, direct reports and other branch staff members.

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:

• Clearly translate organisational strategy into operational goals, shaping a clear vision for the future of senior curriculum and assessment in Queensland; critically anticipating and addressing core issues for schools and stakeholders in implementing senior curriculum and assessment products and services (leads strategically)
• Successfully lead and manage the implementation of state-wide policies and processes; be flexible and responsive to uncertainty and change; marshal and capitalise on the knowledge and expertise within the organisation and external partners (leads change in complex environments)
• Bring key stakeholders together and develop effective and sustainable partnerships; encourage and motivate learning behaviours with those you lead internally and externally (develops and mobilises talent)
• Model a professional, impartial and principled approach to their work and embrace challenging opportunities with a focus on innovation and creativity (pursues continuous growth)

How to apply

Please read the information in this document 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.

• QCAA Information for applicants (PDF, 205KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  SO Director, SCAI Branch (PDF, 184KB)
  Role Description