Are you interested in supporting a range of strategic initiatives to ensure that all students, regardless of where they live, have access to quality education? We are seeking two dynamic and experienced Principal Project Officers to join the Rural and Remote team and contribute to the development and implementation of a range of initiatives and tailored programs that support rural, remote and small schools in Queensland.

Job details

About the Department

The Department of Education are dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.

About the Role

As the Principal Project Officer, Rural and Remote, this is your opportunity to make a positive impact and contribute to the implementation of a range of key initiatives that support rural, remote and small schools. Working within a small team, you will work with initiative and provide strong organisational, project management and stakeholder engagement skills to help ensure that children and students in rural, remote and small schools are supported to realise their full potential.

This role is based in the Brisbane Central Business District, but may require infrequent travel to various communities within Queensland.

Responsibilities include:

• Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to develop and advance high-quality strategic initiatives and projects to support rural, remote and small schools;
• Support the development, implementation and continual review of programs and projects to support rural, remote and small schools;
• Prepare a range of briefing materials, submissions, papers, reports and other documentation in relation to matters impacting rural, remote and small schools;
• Prepare a range of communications, including correspondence, presentations, speeches, media responses and website content;
• Provide accurate and timely advice and analysis on rural, remote and small schools education matters to senior officers of the branch and division;
• Ensure all corporate processes are followed, and legal and financial requirements are met;
• Contribute to policy analysis and development through conducting research and data analysis on complex matters impacting rural, remote and small schools;
• Coordinate committee meetings and provide secretariat support; and
• Other duties as required.

About You

The ideal applicant will have the following key attributes:

• Highly organised, with exceptional project management skills and contract management experience to contribute to the delivery of initiatives that make a positive impact;
• Demonstrated ability to show initiative, and be an adaptable and flexible thinker, focused on working towards streamlined and effective solutions;
• A strong communicator, able to effectively engage and negotiate with a range of stakeholders, to progress the work of the Rural and Remote team;
• High level research, data analysis and written communication skills, with the ability to prepare a range of accurate briefing materials to support senior departmental officers or external stakeholders, as needed;
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively within a team environment, delivering quality work within required timeframes.

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 2-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.

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.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  CO641674_25T Role Description (PDF, 238KB)
  Role Description