Manager Delivery (Targeted)

Manager Delivery (Targeted)

At the NSW Department of Education we educate and inspire lifelong learners from early childhood through schooling to vocational education and training.

• Ongoing Full-Time
• Work from any NSW Education office statewide with flexible working arrangements available
• Clerk Grade 11/12 $149739 - $173174 plus superannuation

This position is targeted for recruitment of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person and is authorised by the Departments Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Management Plan in accordance with Part 9A of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW). In the event there are no suitable Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants all other applications will be considered. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to indicate their identity in their application and should be willing to provide confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent either during the application process or prior to appointment if successful. More information can be found in the policy library underConfirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Descent.

About the role

The Manager is responsible for leading key policy project and general management functions for the team including the design delivery and evaluation of complex initiatives that advance organisational objectives and Government priorities.

The current delivery priorities of the team are to drive Cultural Responsiveness initiatives across new and existing public preschools. This role is central to ensuring that Aboriginal perspectives voices and community partnerships meaningfully shape the design delivery and ongoing improvement of the NSW public preschool program.

A key focus of the role is leading coordinated stakeholder engagement with a diverse range of internal and external partners. The role will also lead evaluation processes to drive evidence-based recommendations to the executive to information program direction future enhancements and strategic decision-making.

For further information please click here to view the role description

About you

You are an experienced leader who thrives in complex stakeholder environments and brings a strong commitment to advancing outcomes for Aboriginal children families and communities. You excel at building trust-based relationships navigating sensitive issues and ensuring culturally respectful engagement guides program design and delivery.

You will bring demonstrated experience in:

• Leading teams to deliver high-quality programs or initiatives.
• Working in partnership with Aboriginal stakeholders to design refine and implement culturally grounded approaches.
• Coordinating cross-agency collaboration to deliver consistent high-impact outcomes.
• Translating feedback evidence and community perspectives into practical program improvements.

You are confident operating in dynamic environments can balance strategic priorities with operational delivery and are committed to strengthening cultural responsiveness across early childhood education settings.

Essential requirements of the role

• Demonstrated experience leading a team and managing complex stakeholder engagement including working respectfully and collaboratively with Aboriginal stakeholders and partners.
• Hold or be willing to obtain a valid Working With Children Check.
• Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Departments Aboriginal Education Policy and upholding the Departments Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people.

• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education.

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements
• 35 hour working week
• Competitive salary sacrificing employers contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
• Flex Leave entitlements generous holidays & leave conditions
• Opportunities for advancement and mobility across the Department to support your career growth

How to apply

Attach a resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role Please also include a one page response to the Targeted Questions.

Targeted Questions Please address these as part of your application

1. Describe a time when you led culturally responsive work in partnership with Aboriginal stakeholders or communities. (300 words)
2. 2. Provide an example of how you have led a team to deliver a complex initiative that required coordination across multiple stakeholders or agencies. (300 words)

Applicants are encouraged to prepare their application materials independently. The selection panel values authentic and personally written responses that reflect your own experience insights and alignment with the Departments values and priorities.

Please note due to the NSW Government closedown period (Wednesday 24 December 2025 Sunday 11 January 2026) applications for this recruitment will be reviewed commencing mid-January 2026.

Please refer to the Applicants Guide to Applying to assist you with your application.

If you are an existing Education Support Staff (corporate staff) with the NSW Department of Education click here for instructions on how to submit your application.

All other applicants please submit your application by clicking Apply Now.

Note: the selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role. Successful candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening for this role which includes a National Criminal History Check.

This is a child-related role. As a condition of employment you will be required to provide a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance number (for paid employment). Visit the website for more information.

Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens permanent residents New Zealand citizens or a valid work visa). Ongoing (permanent) roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents and New Zealand citizens while temporary roles welcome applicants with a visa.

Closing date Sunday 11 January at 11:59pm.

For role enquiries please contact Louise Pamment onand for recruitment process enquiries please contact Kirsty Anic at

We welcome applications from all ages and genders Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples culturally and linguistically diverse groups the LGBTQIA community veterans refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team () or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion.

A recruitment pool may be created through this recruitment process. A recruitment pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role and who may be considered for a range of similar roles including temporary term or ongoing roles over the next 18 months.