iworkfor.sa.gov.au will be unavailable on Saturday, 14 June, from 11:30 PM ACST until Sunday, 15 June 2025, 5:30 AM ACST due to scheduled maintenance.Department for EducationJob reference: 677550Location: 5007 - HINDMARSHJob status: Long Term ContractEligibility: Open to EveryoneWhy work with us:Every child and young person deserves a great education.We have a strategy that aims to unlock every childspotential now and into the future, one that in partnership withlearners, students, parents and the wider South Australiancommunity will build a world-leading public education system. Onethat is equitable and prioritises learning and wellbeing.Together we will make our education system the best it canbe.When our children and young people thrive, so do our communitiesand our state.About the role:The Learning and Teaching Directorate is responsible for thecoordination and leadership of contemporary and contextualisedlearning design guidance and practice to improve the capability ofteachers to design meaningful and challenging learning in theirlocal context.The Senior Project Manager is responsible for planning,coordinating, monitoring and reporting on agreed projectimplementation activities, milestones and key performanceindicators; and coordinates cross divisional multidisciplinaryproject support, input and advice from the department, contractorsand other external stakeholders.The Senior Project Manager works within a highly complex andpolitically sensitive strategic and policy environment, supportingthe strategy implementation lead, project sponsors and teams withgovernance, planning, stakeholder engagement activities,procurement and contract management.About you:StrategicLeadership - High level experience providing executivelevel support to key stakeholders through research, strategydevelopment, and policy implementationCommunication - Exceptional verbal and writtenskills with proven ability to influence, negotiate, and managesensitive issues while maintaining strict confidentialityProjectManagement - Demonstrated success leading complexprojects, managing resources and contracts, and deliveringadvisory services in demanding environmentsGovernance - Extensive experience developingand evaluating business, financial, and governance frameworksthat align with strategic organisational goalsKnowledge - Strong understanding of governmentbudget processes, financial and HR management, and changemanagement principlesQualifications:Essential: NilDesirable: Relevant tertiaryqualificationsSpecial conditions:The successful applicant is required to gain a Department forHuman Services (DHS) working with children check (WWCC) prior tobeing employed which is required to be renewed every five yearsbefore expiry. The incumbent will be required to undertake RRHANEC (Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect -Education Care) Facilitator Lead (Masterclass) extended course orthe online (Fundamentals) course which will be required to beupdated every three years.For all other Special Conditions please refer to the attachedPosition Description.Remuneration:ASO8 $121,107 - 125,679 per annum (1.0 FTE) +superannuation (11.5%) and leave loadingEnquiries:Enquiries can be directed to Val Westwell, Director, Learningand Teaching via tel: 0498 852 386 or email: Val.Westwell@sa.gov.auApplication instructions:Applications should be made through the IWorkForSA website.Applicants are required to submit a CV, the Application CoverSheet, Employment Declaration, and a cover letter of no more thantwo pages addressing the key competencies in the attached positiondescription.People of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and/orthose who have a disability are strongly encouraged toapply.Additional note:This is a full-time contract role (1.0 FTE) for an initial 18month contract.Applications close: 26/06/202511:30 PMAttachments:- ASO8 Senior Project Manager Learning and Teaching June 2025.pdf- Application Cover Sheet - PSAct.pdf- How to Apply PS Act guidelines.pdf- VL233 Pre-employment declaration.pdfFlexibility StatementThe South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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ASO8 Senior Project Manager