Director, Partnerships & Programs - Metropolitan South Region

Job Description

As the acting Director, Partnerships and Programs you will lead the management and coordination of two portfolios (First Nations and Early Childhood) to ensure differentiated delivery of services and programs to support children, students, families, and communities across the region. Job details Position status: Fixed Term Temporary Position type: Full-time Occupational group: Management Classification: SO Workplace Location: Job ad reference: QLD/MSR623730/25T Closing date: 18-Mar-2025 Yearly salary: $161770 - $169261 Fortnightly salary: $6200.60 - $6487.80 Job duration: Until 13 June 2025, unless otherwise determined The Department of Education is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle. Your Role: Responsibilities include: Promoting inclusive and accessible learning environments by advising school and regional staff on effective cultural capability development. Prioritising First Nations engagement, amplifying their voices within the Department and across agencies, while supporting the participation of all children and students in learning pathways that foster educational success. Championing the importance of the early years in shaping positive outcomes for all children to access quality early learning pathways and engage in positive transitions. Building collaborative relationships with communities and stakeholders and providing high-level advice to executive management. Undertaking ongoing analysis of a wide range of data to enhance service outcomes and ensure the alignment of resources to areas of need. Leading multi-disciplinary teams providing quality services and support to children, students, communities and schools. Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position. Interested? To Apply: Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history) Attach a 2-page written statement in response to the attached role description. We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive. Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services. Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE). We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity. For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached role description and candidate information fact sheet and follow the instructions. #J-18808-Ljbffr