Manager, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Inclusion - Student Wellbeing

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic individual to develop and implement key initiatives to strengthen educational experiences and outcomes for students from culturally and linguistically (CALD) diverse backgrounds. As Manager, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Inclusion, within the Student Wellbeing team, you will provide statewide leadership to schools/regions and project manage programs and initiatives to support students from CALD backgrounds. About Us 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. About The Role As the Manager you will: Lead and manage projects in the implementation of a broad range of critical portfolios which have a direct impact on how schools support students from CALD backgrounds. Manage procurement processes to secure products and services to support students from CALD backgrounds. Lead planning and implementation of Schools & Student Support priorities, to align outcomes to the department's agenda for improvement in schools. Provide high level strategic advice to senior officers of the department and other key stakeholders on issues relevant to supporting students from CALD backgrounds. Build effective relationships and networks with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the effective implementation of Schools & Student Support priorities for all students in state schools. Prepare briefs, policy advice, procurement documents, correspondence and communication plans associated with priority projects and commitments for the Minister, senior departmental officers, government agencies and other entities on issues related to supporting students from CALD backgrounds. About You The ideal applicant will possess: Demonstrated experience managing projects (experience managing projects at a state-wide level highly desirable) and the ability to lead procurement processes in line with departmental policies and procedures; A track record in achieving high levels of productivity autonomously, in complex, sensitive or high-pressure environments; Well-developed analytical, conceptual and problem-solving skills to drive innovative solutions to complex challenges to support the department's strategic focus; Exceptional written and interpersonal communication, with an ability to consult and negotiate persuasively on strategic policy issues and facilitate stakeholder meetings and briefings to senior management; Ability to apply whole-of-government perspectives; Strong understanding of factors influencing CALD students/inclusive education, and of best-practice approaches and interventions that can be implemented in schools to support CALD students. 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 response to the How you will be assessed section of 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). The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies. Occupational group Management #J-18808-Ljbffr