Principal Project Officer (Identified) - Languages & Culture

Job Description

Education (Organisation site)Languages & Culture, First Nations Strategy & Partnerships Division Are you interested in supporting the strategic initiative that contributes to the department's commitments to valuing First Nations cultures and voices to connect to culture and to enrich the learning of all students?The First Nation Strategy and Partnerships team is looking for someone who is eager to lead, plan, and develop resources to build teachers' capabilities to engage with the cross-curriculum programs in teaching and learning.The role of Principal Project Officer (Identified) is offered on a permanent full-time basis. Some travel may be needed for this position. Key Responsibilities: Develop resources, provide training and mentoring support for school/regional staff to enhance cultural capability and understanding of culturally responsive teaching practices. Deliver the train-the-trainer package for Crossing Cultures Intelligences packages and other support to enhance cultural capabilities. Create materials and resources to support embedding the cross curriculum priority Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and Cultures as outlined in the Australian Curriculum. Establish productive educational networks and maintain positive relationships and working partnerships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, organisations, and individuals. Minimum Requirements: Demonstrated specialist curriculum development skills and extensive knowledge of the Australian Curriculum, particularly the cross curriculum priority Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and Cultures. Proven research experience, including the development of measurable and analytical tools to ensure program delivery aligns with the priorities of First Nation Strategy and Partnerships. Ability to plan, prepare, and deliver a repertoire of culturally responsive pedagogical experiences for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. Ability to plan, prepare, and deliver quality and effective teaching and learning resources by using and modelling effective and productive work practices enabled by digital technologies. Demonstrated ability to effectively engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, organisations, and individuals. Proven competency and currency of knowledge of relevant curriculum programs as required by the department or other relevant statutory authorities. About You: Great time management. Previous experience relevant to the role description. Mandatory Requirements for Identified Role: It is a genuine occupational requirement for Identified roles that the position be filled by an Aboriginal person or a Torres Strait Islander person as set out in Section 7 of the Anti Discrimination Act 1991 for the purposes contained in Section 25 of that Act. Verification of Aboriginality and/or Torres Strait Island Heritage: For administrative purposes, an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person is a person who identifies as such and is accepted as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community in which they live. By definition, a person who is not an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cannot be employed to perform the duties of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identified role. Applicants to this position may have to provide confirmation of their Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage. Requesting proof of heritage helps ensure that this intention is honoured. How to Apply: Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and 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. Documents Before applying for this vacancy, please ensure you read the documents below. We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity, including making any reasonable adjustments to support you through the recruitment process. #J-18808-Ljbffr