Applications for this EoI are restricted to existing fixed-term and permanent employees within the Tasmanian State Service in accordance with Managing Positions in the State Service 2016 and Employment in the State Service - Employment Direction No. 1.
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.
About the Role
The Project Manager will provide specialist advice regarding strategic and policy issues impacting on a project or projects coordinated centrally by the Child Safety and Youth Justice Operations unit.
Lead and facilitate projects related to the implementation of strategy and policy across the Agency and partner organisations as appropriate.
Provide strategic leadership, direction and support for the implementation of strategic projects.
Period of Appointment
ASAP for 12 Months
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)
- The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:
1 Conviction checks in the following areas:
a) crimes of violence
b) sex related offences
c) serious drug offences
d) crimes involving dishonesty
e) serious traffic offences
2 Identification check
3 Disciplinary actions in previous employment check
Desirable Requirements
- Satisfactory completion of an appropriate course of study from a recognised tertiary institution.
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.
Please note that we do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.
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: Sharyn Cody
Title: Executive Director
Phone: 0400 587 092
Email: sharyn.cody@decyp.tas.gov.au