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The VCAA is a statutory body responsible to the Victorian Minister for Education, serving both government and non-government schools. We provide high quality curriculum, assessment and reporting for all Victorian students birth to 18 years.
An exciting opportunity exists to join the Curriculum Division in the VCE Examinations Unit for a fixed full-time position. The Director reports to the Executive Director of Curriculum and is a key member of the VCAA Executive Leadership Team chaired by the Chief Executive Officer and responsible to the VCAA Board.
The Director is responsible for overseeing the development of the VCE examinations, including leadership of the examinations unit. This also involves implementing ongoing improvements to the VCE examination processes, including overseeing the implementation of recommendations from the Independent Review into VCE Examinations.
In developing, monitoring, revising and supporting implementation, the Director considers international and national research with a view to understanding broader social, economic, employment and demographic trends to inform the work.
Takes a lead role in developing ongoing partnerships with various stakeholders, including but not limited to the Victorian Academy of Teaching and Leadership and Subject Associations.
The Director works with the Executive Directors of Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting and Senior Secondary Certificate Reform Divisions to operationalise improved recognition of the links between curriculum content and assessment such as NAPLAN, VCE examinations and assessments, and the Digital Assessment Library.
The Director takes a lead role working closely with Unit Leaders and the Directors and Executive Director in the Division to realise the VCAA Strategic Plan.
* Salary: $182,813 - $248,629 (Plus Superannuation of 11.5%)
* Fixed-term role for 12 months
* Usual hours of work: Full time (flexible work conditions maybe available)
About the division
The Curriculum division is responsible for the implementation, review and development of:
* the Victorian Early Childhood Learning and Development Framework
* the Victorian Curriculum F-10
* the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE)
* the VCE Vocational Education and Training (VET) programs
* international programs
Attributes
Can you demonstrate exceptional leadership, innovative thinking, effective communication, and adept problem-solving abilities?
You must possess the ability to navigate complex issues and make decisions that impact staff and stakeholders both within and beyond your immediate work area.
Your capacity for collaboration, driving continuous improvement, and cultivating genuine relationships will be pivotal for your success.
You will also have the ability to manage people effectively, foster team development, and deliver tangible outcomes.
Desirable Qualifications and Experience
Essential: Tertiary degree in a relevant education or project management field and/or experience in educational assessment.
Desirable: Experience in managing complex and/or innovative projects in the education field.
Further Information
For more details regarding this position please see attached position description for the capabilities to address in application.
The department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Education will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Applications close: 11:59pm on Tuesday, 28 January 2025.
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