This is a Department built entirely for children and young people and their communities.  Our ultimate goal is to work together to ensure that every child and young person in Tasmania is known, safe, well and learning.

The child is at the centre of everything we do and the way we do it.

What we're offering

• Four (4) weeks accrued recreation leave + accrued sick/carers leave
• We are a child-safe organisation
• Pathways to grow your career
• Hours of work

About the Role

This role will provide policy and project support to the Learning Pathways Team in Curriculum, Teaching and Attainment. The incumbent will be required to work closely with subject matter experts to ensure that projects and initiatives are grounded in a project management approach, aligned to broader strategies, and supported by strategic communication and stakeholder engagement. Accountabilities of the Learning Pathways Team include strategic, tactical and operational management of initiatives and programs such as Education International, vocational learning initiatives in schools, career and life planning for young people and VET in schools, all with a common focus on improving retention and attainment rates for Tasmanian children and young people.

Period of Appointment

ASAP for 3 years

Applicants should be aware that for twelve (12) months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill any subsequent full-time or part-time vacancies in accordance with Employment Direction 1.

Hours per fortnight

73.5 hours per fortnight

Essential Requirements

• Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Registration Status – Employment)

Statement of Duties and a reference guide to assist with applying online can be found here:

Statement Of Duties (PDF)

Statement Of Duties (DOCX)

Information for Applicants (PDF)

How to apply 

Electronic submission of application is preferred, please click the blue 'Apply Now' button.

You will be prompted to upload a 1-2 page short application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties and a resume.  

Applicants should forward/include:

• a 1–2-page short form application addressing the selection criteria;
• a resume that contains relevant personal details and work history.

All applicants are required to supply a valid email address with their application for the purposes of email communication.

The cost associated with obtaining a Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Registration Status - Employment) is the responsibility of the individual.

Applications should be made via the Apply Now button and submitted online by 11.30pm AEDT on the advertised closing date.

Should you have any difficulties regarding applying for this vacancy online, please contact Department for Education, Children and Young People, HR Recruitment and Employment via phone +61 3 6165 6285 or email recruitment@decyp.tas.gov.au. 

Applicants needing more information are encouraged to request specific details of the vacancy from the Contact Person.

Name: Nicole Lucas
Title: Program Manager for Curriculum, Teaching and Attainment
Phone: 0408 947 073
Email: nicole.lucas@decyp.tas.gov.au