The Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority (QCAA) is seeking a manager to join the Access Arrangements and Reasonable Adjustments (AARA) Unit. The manager is responsible for leading the strategic implementation of Access arrangements and Reasonable adjustments and Illness and misadventure. They drive continuous improvement of all processes and practices in line with world best practice and have a strong student and school focus.

Job details

What you will do

In the Manager, role, you will:

• Consult and negotiate with internal and external stakeholders including parent groups, medical representatives, school, disability advocates and other stakeholders to develop a contemporary and consistent approach to implementing AARA for internal and external assessment conducted in Queensland schools.
• Develop and access networks with educational agencies, within Queensland across Australia, to support national and international research into best practice approaches, and to identify contemporary AARA options for consideration within the Queensland context.
• Progress divergent options and solutions proposed across stakeholder groups to mutually acceptable and specific recommendations for consideration by senior management.
• Lead internal processes required to manage AARA applications, decisions and appeals, and consolidate documentation to support the consistent application of approved AARA arrangements by QCAA staff in the future.
• Provide advice and develop recommendations on the staffing arrangements required by QCAA to successfully implement and manage future AARA arrangements.
• Develop strategies to enhance the knowledge and understanding of AARA practices by QCAA staff, and to develop a greater organisational capacity to respond to enquiries and support schools.
• Lead the development of resources and delivery of professional development to schools including face to face training and information sessions, fact sheets and webinars.
• Prepare briefings, submissions and policy documents as required, and provide regular advice and updates to senior managers.

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:

• Inspires others to embrace change initiatives, overcoming barriers and resistance through proactive consultation and engagement (leads change in complex environments)
• Views situations through a range of perspectives, analysing multiple sources of information to recognise the broader implications of issues (leads strategically)
• Facilitates opportunities for learning and stretch assignments across programs to build capability and agility in the organisation (develops and mobilises talent)
• Works collaboratively to develop clear and shared objectives that inspire collective ownership for delivery of quality outcomes (drives accountability and outcomes)
• Works closely with partners to analyse trends and forecast long-term risks to program outcomes (demonstrates sound governance).

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.

• Manager AARA_Aug 2025 (PDF, 181KB)
  Role Description
  
  QCAA Information for applicants (PDF, 215KB)
  Information Package for Applicants