Principal Project Officer Senior Assessment and Certification Support

The Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority (QCAA) is seeking a Principal Project Officer to join the Senior Assessment and Certification Support Branch. The Senior Assessment and Certification Support Branch is responsible for activities that contribute to the development, review and implementation of guidelines to support the quality assurance processes for the QCE, QCIA, Recognition and VET. What You Will Do In the Principal Project Officer role, you will: Lead and participate in teams to develop professional learning and development resources to support the implementation of the QCELead and participate in teams of internal QCAA staff and casual assessors to develop, maintain and improve quality assurance processes for internal assessmentUse data to inform the design and development of training programs, workshops, seminars and support materials that assist schools to interpret policies and procedures relating to senior assessment and quality assuranceProvide expert advice to Managers and Directors in the Curriculum Services Division and the Assessment, Reporting and ICT Division on matters related to the implementation of senior assessment programsManage and deliver business priorities within designated timelines and using allocated resourcesLiaise with Learning Area Unit officers to develop training resources and enact quality assurance activities consistently and in accordance with policies and procedures and to identify, prioritise and support schools requiring additional assistanceLiaise with government and non-government educational agencies on assigned projectsMaintain currency with new developments in assessment design, academic integrity, artificial intelligence and quality management systems to provide leadership to schools in assessmentCreate and maintain professional relationships between the QCAA and key stakeholdersLead forums, workshops and stakeholder engagement activitiesPrepare briefings, correspondence and reports What We Are Looking For The QCAA is committed to selecting the person best suited to the role and to furthering equity and diversity. We strongly encourage applications from all gender groups, Aboriginal people, Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with all abilities. The Ideal Candidate For This Role Thinks critically and acts on the broader purpose of the system (leads strategically)Inspires others by driving clarity, engagement and a sense of purpose (inspires others)Demonstrates accountability for the execution and quality of results through professionalism, persistence and transparency (drives accountability and outcomes)Fosters an inclusive workplace where health, safety and wellbeing are promoted and prioritised (fosters healthy and inclusive workplaces)Demonstrates flexibility to changing expectations by proactively adapting own approach to reflect new requirements (leads change in complex environments)Actively seeks feedback and modifies approach to enhance own effectiveness (pursues continuous growth). How To Apply Please read the information in the attached role description and the Information for Applicants document. Your application should include: a letter or statement (up to 2 pages maximum) that addresses the points outlined in the 'What we are looking for' sectionyour résumé (up to 3 pages) that details your qualifications and experience, and the names of two work- related referees, one of which should be your immediate supervisor. Documents must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format and use at least 11-point font size. Apply online using the green Apply Online button below. If you have technical difficulties or to discuss reasonable adjustment options, please email [email protected]. Occupational group Education & Training