Are you a motivated, resilient and committed individual with program management experience, a passion for performance analysis and strong communication skills?

Join the Vocational Education and Training (VET) Programs and Investment (VPI) team to help design and manage innovative training programs and solutions focused on providing priority skills in existing and emerging industries across Queensland.

Job details

The Strategy and Skills Performance division defines the organisation's vision, sets strategic direction and leads skills initiatives using evidence-based research and analytics. By partnering with stakeholders and managing VET delivery, the division drives skills outcomes for students, employers and industry, ensuring alignment with departmental objectives. The VET Programs and Investment team is responsible for the development of Skills Assure Supplier Framework and other innovative Queensland Government funded training programs.

About the role
As the Senior Program Officer, you will:
• Support the Director, VPI, and the Program Managers in designing, managing and evaluating the implementation of the new Skills Assure Framework and strategies that support training and skills outcomes.
• Develop innovative solutions and operational policies to ensure high performance standards and up to date program management practices.
• Provide sensitive policy and program advice and solutions to suppliers, staff and senior management to maintain high performance.
• Manage the development, coordination and evaluation of complex programs aligned to Skills Investment's objectives.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders on contractual or program requirements and oversee variations for optimal outcomes.

What we are looking for
The position requires an applicant who can:
• Demonstrate proven experience in innovative reporting, data analysis and performance monitoring to identify trends, insights and opportunities for improvement.
• Demonstrate skills in developing and implementing performance monitoring frameworks, including KPIs, benchmarks and metrics aligned with Skills Investment program goals.
• Demonstrate a proven ability to provide expert advice and contribute to policy analysis, program development, implementation and review within the Vocational Education and Training (VET) system.
• Apply experience in data-informed analysis and high-level understanding of contemporary supplier performance management practices.

Refer to the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities and what we are looking for.

How to apply
To apply, please submit the below via the SmartJobs application page:
• Your current resume
• Provide a covering letter (of up to one page) addressing the ‘What are we looking for' statements and telling us why you are interested in this role and outlining what your motivation is to join us.

Please ensure you refer to the Role Description 'Interested in applying' section for more information on what to include as part of your application.

We're committed to appointing the best-suited person for each role. This includes considering equity, diversity, respect and inclusion needs within our agency. We believe that these elements are essential for the success of our team and we strongly encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. If you require any reasonable adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to reach out to the designated contact for the vacancy.

Applications to remain current for 12 months

Further information

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

Please ensure you download all attachments and follow the instructions on how to apply.

Documents

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

• Applicant Information Package 2026 (PDF, 787KB)
  
  
  688297 26 - Role Description (Word, 296KB)