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Eligibility Open to Everyone Work with purpose : The Department for Education Why work with us Every child and young person deserves a great education. We have a strategy that aims to unlock every childs potential now and into the future, one that in partnership with learners, students, parents, and the wider South Australian community will build a world-leading public education system. One that is equitable and prioritises learning and wellbeing. Together we will make our education system the best it can be. When our children and young people thrive, so do our communities and our state. About the role As a member of the Curriculum and Learning executive team, the Director, Curriculum Strategy and Planning is responsible for the strategic planning function within Curriculum and Learning, using research to inform curriculum policy that enables the divisions ambition, as well as supports the South Australian Strategy for Public Education. The Director provides strategic leadership in identifying divisional priorities and delivering evidence informed recommendations to support decision making across the Curriculum and Learning division. The position establishes and maintains best practice project management, risk management and business coordination functions that enable effective delivery of outcomes across all directorates within the division. Reporting to the Executive Director, Curriculum and Learning, the Director leads a multidisciplinary team to ensure the division is strategically positioned to respond to current, emerging and future curriculum and learning requirements. The position plays a critical role in driving strategic policy initiatives and fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement. The Director provides authoritative advice on complex and sensitive matters, influences divisional strategy and direction, and ensures alignment of activities with whole of government and departmental objectives. The position requires strong stakeholder engagement skills to build effective partnerships across the department. About you Extensive experience in project management or policy development, including design, implementation, evaluation and reporting on strategic initiatives that deliver key organisational outcomes. Proven leadership of multi-disciplinary teams, driving vision and strategic priorities aligned with the SA Strategy for Public Education while fostering a high-performance culture. Strong capability in building strategic partnerships and cultivating shared purpose across the division, with demonstrated commitment to trust, transparency, equity and excellence in decision-making. Committed to creating safe, inclusive work environments with knowledge of Equal Opportunity and Work Health and Safety legislation. Essential qualifications and competencies An appropriate tertiary qualification including post-graduate qualifications in an appropriate discipline desirable or relevant experience. Experience leading in a large and complex organisation at an executive level, ensuring the translation of priorities into executed deliverables. What you will get in return A three-year executive contract. Access a multitude of jobs and career growth opportunities within a unique, stimulating and purpose-driven environment. Be a part of a forward-thinking and dynamic team and enjoy a supportive and collaborative work environment. Special Conditions The successful applicant is required to gain a Department for Human Services (DHS) working with children check (WWCC) prior to being employed which is required to be renewed every five years before expiry. The incumbent will be required to undertake RRHAN EC (Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect - Education Care) Facilitator Lead (Masterclass) extended course or the online (Fundamentals) course which will be required to be updated every three years. For all other Special Conditions please refer to the attached Position Description. #J-18808-Ljbffr