Rural & Regional Education Programs Leader

Department of Education; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Education Victoria seeks a Rural and Regional Manager to lead a small team delivering programs and policies for rural and regional students. You will provide strategic advice on policy design, engage with stakeholders, and manage external contracts, with a focus on expanding learning options and improving outcomes.

The role requires leading a team, building evidence, and navigating government processes to drive improvements across programs and partnerships in Victoria.

Qualifications

• University qualification or relevant experience in a related field.
• Proven experience leading teams and managing stakeholder relationships.
• Experience developing operational policy and program improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead a high-performing leadership team in a dynamic environment.
• Provide strategic advice on program design and implementation.
• Lead the development of operational policy and program improvements, including options analysis.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders to deliver the work program.
• Develop a high-performing team and contribute to a collaborative culture.
• Demonstrate understanding of government processes.
• Manage external contracts and consultancies as required.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Stakeholder management

Policy development

Team development

Education

University qualification in related field

Job description

Department of Education Victoria seeks a Rural and Regional Manager to lead a small team delivering programs and policies for rural and regional students. You will provide strategic advice on policy design, engage with stakeholders, and manage external contracts, with a focus on expanding learning options and improving outcomes.

The role requires leading a team, building evidence, and navigating government processes to drive improvements across programs and partnerships in Victoria.