Are you a visionary leader with a passion for driving meaningful change and achieving equitable outcomes for Queensland's students and communities?

The Department of Education is seeking an exceptional individual to take on the role of Executive Director, Statewide Initiatives, Schools and Regional Operations and Performance (SROP). This is a unique opportunity to lead transformational initiatives that support the department's strategic vision, Brighter Futures: Delivering excellence in every state school, for every student.

The role focuses on improving outcomes for all students by driving statewide implementation of key initiatives, addressing systemic challenges and delivering impactful, place-based solutions.

Job details

As the Executive Director, Statewide Initiatives, Schools and Regional Operations and Performance, you will:

• Lead implementation of system-wide initiatives to remove barriers, foster collaboration, and deliver impactful, place-based solutions in schools and early childhood settings, with a focus on achieving outcomes for all students.
• Drive reform for students with disability, including implementing key elements of the department's response to the Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability. This includes operationalising improved service delivery models, supporting schools to meet the needs of students with disability, and addressing systemic barriers to access and participation.
• Support rural and remote communities by ensuring the delivery of place-based solutions and innovative approaches to address challenges in these areas, improving access to education and ensuring equitable opportunities for students.
• Oversee statewide implementation of initiatives across all eight regions, ensuring alignment with departmental priorities while tailoring solutions to meet regional needs.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including regional teams, non-state sectors, Commonwealth agencies, and community partners, to strengthen student transitions and access to education, particularly in rural and remote First Nations communities.
• Oversee transformational and cultural change to enhance the department's service delivery to Queensland's state school students and families.
• Represent the department and the Queensland Government in formal and informal settings to promote and secure support for the delivery of Brighter Futures: Delivering excellence in every state school, for every student objectives.

To excel in this role, you will be a dynamic and experienced leader with a proven track record of success in strategy, policy implementation, and service delivery within a large and complex organisation.

You will bring:

• A deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities facing Queensland's diverse communities and students.
• Outstanding leadership and management capabilities, with the ability to drive implementation of significant reforms and initiatives in challenging environments.
• Extensive experience in fostering collaboration across diverse stakeholders to deliver innovative and impactful solutions.
• Strong strategic thinking, decision-making, and governance skills, with a focus on achieving high-quality outcomes.
• A commitment to fostering inclusive workplaces and promoting the health, safety, and wellbeing of teams.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills to inspire others and drive engagement.

As a leader in the Queensland Government, you will demonstrate high-level integrity, sound judgement, agility, and a strong achievement orientation.

Key responsibilities
Your responsibilities will align with the Leadership Competencies for Queensland and focus on:

• Performance through accountability: Fostering inclusive workplaces, pursuing continuous growth, and maintaining sound governance.
• Performance through vision: Leading strategically, stimulating innovation, and driving change in complex environments.
• Performance through results: Mobilising talent, building enduring relationships, inspiring others, and driving accountability and outcomes.

This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the future of education in Queensland. You will lead a high-performing, multi-disciplinary team and contribute to shaping a world-class education system that delivers equitable outcomes for all students.

The Department of Education is committed to fostering a culture of achievement, resilience, and excellence, and we are looking for a leader who shares our vision. 

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 maximum 2-page written statement against the Leadership Competencies for Queensland

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.

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 Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions. 

Documents

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

• CO691266_26P - Role Description (PDF, 311KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 287KB)
  Information Package for Applicants