Senior Project Officer RIEP

NSW Department of Education; Tamworth Regional Council; Hybrid; AUD 162,000; Full time

Job summary

A state education department in New South Wales seeks a Project Officer to manage educational partnerships and develop career pathways for students. The role involves coordinating between schools and local employers, requiring strong project management skills and a commitment to public education. Candidates should be Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, holding a valid Working with Children Check and a driver’s licence. This position offers flexible working arrangements and a competitive salary package.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Salary sacrificing

Employer’s contribution to superannuation

Generous holidays & leave conditions

Qualifications

• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education.
• Hold a valid clearance to work with children (Working with Children Check) for paid employment.
• Current driver’s licence and a willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Drive the delivery of the Regional Industry Education Partnerships program.
• Develop project plans, manage budgets, and coordinate resources.
• Build relationships with local employers and schools to enhance career pathways.

Skills

Experience in managing multiple workstreams simultaneously

Knowledge of career development principles

Commitment to implementing Aboriginal Education Policy

Education

Working with Children Check clearance

Job description

NSW Department of Education – Tamworth NSW

At the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners – from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training.

• Ongoing Full-Time
• Located in Armidale with flexible working arrangements available
• $161,711 Package includes salary ($129,464 - $142,665), employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.

Whilst this position is open to all individuals, it is targeted to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people under section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Applications from people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged to apply and if suitable for the role, will be prioritised and shortlisted for interview. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent.

About the role

Drive the delivery of the Regional Industry Education Partnerships (RIEP) program across the region. Develop project plans, manage budgets, and coordinate resources to ensure successful project outcomes. Build strong relationships with local employers, schools, and community organisations to enhance students’ exposure to career pathways. Collaborate with key stakeholders to implement state‑wide initiatives at a local level, ensuring consistency and quality in outcomes.

Given the nature of the role, which involves traveling between a group of schools within the local community, you will need a current driver's licence and access to your own vehicle. Work‑related kilometres will be reimbursed in line with the departmental travel guidelines and policy.

For further information please click here to view the role description

About you

• Experience in managing multiple workstreams simultaneously
• Knowledge of career development principles or relevant projects preferred
• Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Department’s Aboriginal Education Policy and upholding the Department’s Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people.

Essential requirements of the role

• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education.
• Hold a valid clearance to work with children (Working with Children Check) for paid employment
• Current driver’s licence and a willingness to travel

Conditions

• This position is targeted for recruitment of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person and is authorised by the Department’s Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Management Plan, in accordance with Part 9A of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW). In the event there are no suitable Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants, all other applications will be considered. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to indicate their identity in their application and should be willing to provide confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent either during the application process or prior to appointment, if successful. More information can be found in the policy library under Confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Descent.

Yarn Up (information session)

On Monday, 24th November 2025 at 3:00 pm, the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Recruitment and Advisory team will host an online Yarn Up (information session) about this role. The session will provide a detailed overview of the recruitment process, including applying for the position and interview to build confidence in your application.

To register your interest, please fill out the registration form. We will be in touch with further details and the meeting link. Alternatively, you may email the team at ***************@det.nsw.edu.au with subject line "Yarn Up" noting the job reference number.

• Flexible working arrangements
• Competitive, salary sacrificing, employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
• Flex Leave entitlements, generous holidays & leave conditions
• Opportunities for advancement and mobility across the Department to support your career growth

How to apply

Attach a resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role as well as providing an answer to the pre-screening question below:

Pre-screening Question

• Please provide an example of when you worked in collaboration with industry and schools to co-design and deliver a career development initiative? Or provide an equivalent example. What were the results? (300 words max)

Please refer to the Applicant’s Guide to Applying to assist you with your application.

If you are an existing Education Support Staff (corporate staff) with the NSW Department of Education, click here for instructions on how to submit your application.

All other applicants please submit your application by clicking ‘Apply Now’.

Note: the selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role. Successful candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening for this role which includes a National Criminal History Check.

This is a child-related role. As a condition of employment you will be required to provide a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance number (for paid employment). Visit the website for more information.

Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens, permanent residents, New Zealand citizens or a valid work visa). Ongoing (permanent) roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents and New Zealand citizens, while temporary roles welcome applicants with a visa.

For role enquiries please contact Dean Mason ***********@det.nsw.edu.au Senior Project Officer and Fiona Forrester, Manager Regional Industry Education Partnerships at ***************@det.nsw.edu.au

We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team (*********@det.nsw.edu.au) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion.

A recruitment pool may be created through this recruitment process. A recruitment pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary, term or ongoing roles, over the next 18 months.

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