Lead Workforce Programs

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

• Ongoing Full-Time opportunity in a vibrant team
• Located in Parramatta with flexible working arrangements available
• Remuneration of $129464 - $142665 p.a. plus superannuation and annual leave loading

About the role

Were currently seeking a Lead Workforce Programs to manage and coordinate the development implementation and evaluation of complex strategies programs and projects to achieve specific outcomes and support the achievement of organisational objectives.

For further information please click here to view the role description.

About you

• Proven experience in designing planning and delivering education programs or projects.
• Strong analytical skills to research review and address workforce policy and strategy challenges.
• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with stakeholders.
• Expertise in monitoring project outcomes managing risks and ensuring quality delivery.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for preparing reports and advising stakeholders.
• Expertise in recruitment and human resources management including candidate sourcing selection and onboarding processes.
• Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the DepartmentsAboriginal Education Policyand upholding theDepartments Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECGand to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people.

Essential requirements of the role

• Qualifications in a relevant discipline or demonstrated equivalent knowledge skills and experience
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to thevalue 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 400 words) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role.

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 refer to the Applicants Guide to Applyingto assist you with your application.

If you are an existing Education Support Staff (corporate staff) with the NSW Department of Education click herefor 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.

As a condition of employment successful candidates not currently employed by the Department must provide a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) clearance number. Renewal is not required after the WWCC expires as long as you remain in a nonchild-related role. Employer obligations only apply while the WWCC is valid.

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: Wed 29 April 2026 at 11:59pm.

For role enquiries please contact Jasmine Perala at ; and for recruitment process enquiries please contact Alex Katombe 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 visitNSW 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.