PROJECT SUPPORT OFFICER, ONLINE CURRICULUM
The NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) was formally established on 1 January 2017 to improve quality teaching and student learning across all schools and school sectors. It is responsible for the curriculum, assessment, teacher accreditation and regulatory standards in NSW schools, and accreditation of early childhood teachers.
We are looking for a Project Support Officer, Online Curriculum to work as part of the Curriculum Projects team providing technology and project support to the Curriculum Standards Directorate in the design, development and publication of online curriculum, and teaching, learning and assessment materials.
To be successful in this role you will need to demonstrate your immediate proficiency in the focus capabilities as highlighted in the Role Description. All the capabilities listed in the role description will be assessed at different stages of the recruitment process. This assessment will determine your suitability for appointment andmay assist in identifying any learning and development needs for you to reach your full potential in this role.
NESA is committed to a workplace culture that is respectful and inclusive, valuing the diverse perspectives that our people bring from their homes and communities. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from diverse cultures and people with disability.
NESA will provide reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace. If you will require this, please call or email the contact person listed below, and also let us know of your preferred means of communication.
Applying for the role:
To apply for this role you need to submit an application online viawww.iworkfor.nsw.gov.au
The application and selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role. For the initial application process you should submit a cover letter (1 page), resume (up to 5 pages), address any essential requirements noted above, and include a short statement in response to two pre-screening questions.
Pre-screening questions:
Answer the two pre-screening questions below - we are looking for you to demonstrate your competency in this focus capability. Answer with concrete examples and in no more than 300 words per question. Briefly describe the context of the situation(s), the actions that you took, the outcome of your efforts and what you learned from the experience.
Q1: Provide an example of a time when you improved a process or product. Describe how you identified the opportunities for improvement. Explain the strategies you used to make the improvement. Who did you involve and what was the outcome?
Q2:The Project Support Officer, Online Curriculum needs to deliver high quality products within tight timeframes, relying on input from stakeholders. Using examples, explain your approach to managing projects and how you achieve the timely cooperation of stakeholders.
Under new employment legislation all current and new Public Service non-executive employees are employed at a classification level and assigned to a role rather than appointed to a position. Employees may be re-assigned to other roles at the same classification over time, in line with organisation priorities and/or personal development plans.
Consistent with the entitlements of public sector applicants, NESA is prepared to negotiate bilateral agreements with current employers of successful non-government school applicants to facilitate right of return and recognition of service while employed by NESA.
Work type: Full time, Temporary
Closing date: 3.02.2019 at 11.59pmTo view the role description clickhere.
