Temporary full-time up to 28April 2023

Location: Parramatta

• Opportunity to make the role your own
• Career development available
• Supportive team environment

About the role

The Public Policy Manager will provide high level project and policy support to the Director, Inclusive Education and lead the development and implementation of major initiatives related to the education of students with disability.

About the Department of Education

We ensure young children get the best start in life by supporting and regulating the early childhood education and care sector. We are the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population.

For more information about the Department of Education, please visit NSW Department of Education

How to apply

The NSW Department of Education is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce as an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We encourage diverse applicants from a range of backgrounds to apply for roles in the department.

Note: the selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.

This is a child-related role. If you are the successful candidate you will be required to obtain a Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance number as a condition of employment (if you do not already have this). For more information, visit https://www.kidsguardian.nsw.gov.au/child-safe-organisations/working-with-children-check

In addition, your employment may be subject to the Department’s Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check to determine your suitability for employment.

Proof of Identity information

Informed Consent Form

Declaration for child-related work

PRE-SCREENING QUESTIONS

• What are some of the elements of effective consultation with stakeholders when dealing with an issue or proposal that is controversial or divisive?
• What mechanisms and levers would you use to drive major cultural and systems change in a large organisation?

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
Working with Children Check for paid employment

Knowledge of and commitment to the Department's Aboriginal education policies

For more information, please call Robert Goodman on 02 7814 2775

Closing date: 5 March 2021

Note: A recruitment pool may be created through this recruitment process. A recruitment pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role or similar roles, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary, term or ongoing roles, over the next 18 months.