Job Description
At the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners – from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training.
- Temporary full-time employment opportunity until 30th June 2027
- Based in Parramatta, NSW with flexible working arrangement available
- Salary ranges from $129,464 to $142,665 plus superannuation and annual leave loading
About the role
The Senior Project Officer, Training System Outcome Improvement, contributes to project management, planning, and the development and maintenance of performance assessment frameworks to effectively monitor and evaluate the performance of vocational education and training (VET) providers.
In this role you will
- Analyse quantitative and qualitative data to support policy, program and project development.
- Lead and coordinate projects to achieve timely quality outcomes.
- Monitor project performance and manage risks and emerging issues.
- Prepare reports, briefings and Ministerial correspondence for stakeholders.
- Build stakeholder relationships and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
For further information please click here to view the role description
About you
- Thrive in high-volume environments with competing priorities and tight deadlines.
- Lead stakeholder consultation to support collaboration and informed decision-making.
- Analyse and synthesise complex data to inform policy and program outcomes.
- Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Department’s Aboriginal Education Policy and upholding the Department’s Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people.
Essential requirements of the role
- Experience in program development and evaluation
- Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education.
Benefits
- Flexible working arrangements
- 35 hour working week
- Competitive, salary sacrificing, employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
- Flex Leave entitlements, generous holidays & leave conditions
- Opportunities for advancement and mobility across the Department to support career growth
How to apply
Attach a resume (maximum 3 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role and respond to the following targeted questions.
- Can you describe a project where you analysed and synthesised complex quantitative data to inform policy, program development, or decision-making? Please include the tools, methods, and impact of your analysis.
- Can you describe a time when you supported, developed or improved a monitoring, evaluation or performance framework? Please include your involvement, how you approached the work, and the impact it had on assessing outcomes or informing decision-making.
Applicants are encouraged to prepare their application materials independently. The selection panel values authentic and personally written responses that reflect your own experience, insights and alignment with the Department’s values and priorities.
Please refer to the Applicant’s Guide to Applying to assist you with your application.
If you are an existing Education Support Staff (corporate staff) with the NSW Department of Education, click here for instructions on how to submit your application.
All other applicants please submit your application by clicking ‘Apply Now’.
Note: The selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role. Successful candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening for this role which includes a National Criminal History Check.
As a condition of employment you will be required to provide a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance number (for paid employment). Visit the website for more information.
Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens, permanent residents, New Zealand citizens or a valid work visa). Ongoing (permanent) roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents and New Zealand citizens, while temporary roles welcome applicants with a visa.
Closing date: Sunday 14th June 2026 at 11:59 PM
For role enquiries please contact Livia Ceccon at [email protected]
We welcome applications of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team ([email protected]) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion.
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, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles over the next 18 months, including temporary term or ongoing roles.