About the Department The department provides a wide range of learning and development support and services. The department provides policy leadership, plans for the future of education in Victoria and leads key cross-sector collaboration. The department plays an important system steward role by providing support, guidance, oversight and assurance across early childhood and school education systems, as well as directly providing school education and 50 new early learning centres. About the Teaching, Learning and School Performance Sub-Group The Teaching, Learning and School Performance sub-group is led by the Assistant Deputy Secretary and consists of two divisions: Curriculum and Teaching Practice Division: focused on providing curriculum, teaching and learning policy advice to senior executives and the Minister, and guidance and resources to government schools; and Schools Performance Division: responsible for the frameworks and programs relating to government school performance at the student, teacher and school level. It works with other key areas of the department, including Senior Secondary Strategy and Reform, Schools Workforce and School Education Programs and Support, as well as the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA) and the Victorian Academy of Teaching and Leadership (the Academy) on matters related to the curriculum, teaching, learning and school performance. About the Role Reporting to the Assistant Deputy Secretary, this 0.8 FTE ongoing role leads planning, coordination and priority projects across the Teaching, Learning and School Performance sub-group. The role is responsible for leading and supporting a range of strategic, operational and organisational initiatives across the portfolio, contributing to priority outcomes, continuous improvement, and a positive workplace culture. Key responsibilities include supporting and continuously improving workflow processes, business planning, risk management, workforce planning, financial coordination, reporting, internal communications, and the quality assurance of briefings and correspondence. The role requires strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively across the sub-group and represent the Assistant Deputy Secretary with senior stakeholders. Success in this role requires flexibility, initiative, and the ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a dynamic environment. Desirable Qualifications and Experience Demonstrated experience leading strategic projects, organisational improvement initiatives, or complex pieces of work. Experience providing high-quality strategic advice and support to senior leaders. Strong written communication skills, including preparing and reviewing briefings, correspondence and reports. Proven ability to manage competing priorities and deliver outcomes in a fast-paced environment. Highly developed stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills. Relevant tertiary qualifications in education, public policy or a related field are desirable. Further Information For more details regarding this position please see attached position description for the capabilities to address in application. The department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about our work, working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions visit the Department website and our Diversity and Inclusion page Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person. Information about the Department of Education's operations and employment conditions can be located at www.education.vic.gov.au. For further information pertaining to the role, please contact Geoff Laws – A/Manager Assurance via geoff.laws@education.vic.gov.au. Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Education will be treated in the strictest confidence. Please let us know via phone or email if you require any adjustments to ensure your full participation in the recruitment process or if you need the ad or any attachments in an accessible format (e.g large print) due to any viewing difficulties or other accessibility requirements. Applications close 11:59pm on 17 July 2026
