SAES1 Director, Assessments and Collections

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SAES1 Director, Assessments and Collections Department for Education Job reference: 649089Location: 5000 - ADELAIDEJob status: Long Term ContractEligibility: Open to Everyone Are you a team player who is cool under pressure, passionate about service excellence, and a relationship builder – with a great understanding of data? The Department for Education is seeking an exceptional strategic leader to drive innovation and best practice in data collection and assessment, and provide exemplary service across SA’s schools. In this pivotal role, you'll: Deliver NAPLAN testing services across all school sectors as the head of the SA Test Administration Authority Lead the department’s assessments and data collections, including participation in national and international assessments Work with multiple stakeholders to collect timely and relevant data that supports the strategic and operational needs of preschools, schools, and public education Provide a centre of excellence for survey and data collection design and development Lead the help desk function for the division An education background is not essential – bring your service delivery experience, commercial nous, stakeholder management experience and process improvement skills! Your expertise will directly impact educational policy and student success. Apply now and lead the future of educational data collection and assessment administration in South Australia. Why work with us: Every child and young person deserves a great education. We have a strategy that aims to unlock every child’s potential now and into the future, one that in partnership with learners, students, parents, and the wider South Australian community will build a world-leading public education system. One that is equitable and prioritises learning and wellbeing. Together we will make our education system the best it can be. When our children and young people thrive, so do our communities and our state. About the role: System Performance is responsible for providing data analytics and business intelligence services to the Department for Education and leads data governance. The Assessments and Collections directorate, within the System Performance division is responsible for the efficient management, coordination and delivery of enterprise education assessments and associated data collection functions. This includes leading NAPLAN testing and marking for South Australia and liaising with the Australian government and other jurisdictions and education sectors as the lead for the South Australian NAPLAN Test Administration Authority, coordinating the Department’s participation in international assessments and national assessments such as PISA and the Australian Early Development Census, and managing other enterprise-wide education assessments and collections including the collection of A-E grades and parent engagement survey. The Director, Assessments and Collections leads a team of technical, advisory, analytical and service staff to provide high quality, timely services in relation to Departmental, state, national, and international education assessments and collections. Essential qualifications and competencies: An appropriate tertiary qualification including post-graduate qualifications in an appropriate discipline or relevant practical experience. Significant experience leading service delivery in a high pressure, complex context with multiple stakeholders and tight timeframes. Experience leading in a large and complex organisation at an executive level, leading a team with a diverse range of skills and functions. What you will get in return: A three year executive contract. Lead strategy and business outcomes within one of SA’s biggest departments Be a part of a forward-thinking and dynamic team and enjoy a supportive and collaborative work environment. Special Conditions: The successful applicant is required to gain a Department for Human Services (DHS) working with children check (WWCC) prior to being employed which is required to be renewed every five years before expiry. The incumbent will be required to undertake RRHAN–EC (Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect - Education Care) Facilitator Lead (Masterclass) extended course or the online (Fundamentals) course which will be required to be updated every three years. Enquiries: Enquiries can be directed to Julia Oakley, Executive Director, System Performance, via email: Application Instructions: Applications should be made through the IWorkForSA website. Applicants are required to submit a CV and a cover letter, outlining their suitability against the position description. People of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and/or those who have a disability are strongly encouraged to apply. Additional Note: This is a full-time contract role (1.0 FTE), initial 3 year contract Applications close: 10/02/2025 11:30 PMAttachments: - Director Assessments and Collections position description Jan 2025.pdf- How to Apply Guide for Applicants.pdfFlexibility Statement The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role. #J-18808-Ljbffr