The Opportunity

ACER is leading the development and implementation of PISA 2025 across more than 90 countries and economies. This is an exciting, high stakes opportunity to work on a multi-million-dollar, multi-year, multi-country initiative.

The Programme Manager will work with the Programme Director (PISA International Survey Deputy Director) to deliver a portfolio of interrelated projects and activity streams, ensuring alignment with internal governance, and contractual obligations with the OECD and participating countries.

Your Mission

Implement the delivery of complex, interrelated multi-country projects with a focus on alignment and effective change management.

Foster strong, collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Support efficient resource planning and budget oversight across a large, dynamic programme.

Proactively manage risks and contribute to continuous improvement and performance tracking.

Prepare high-quality reports and ensure compliance with governance and contractual requirements.

What You’ll Bring

Extensive experience managing large-scale programmes in education, government, or international assessment, with proven success leading cross-functional teams and managing complex budgets exceeding $10M.

Strong project management expertise, including the design and execution of structured frameworks, comprehensive documentation, and consistent reporting mechanisms.

Exceptional stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to translate analytical insights into strategic actions.

Advanced capabilities in risk management, resource planning, performance evaluation, and quality assurance implementation.

Desirable experience in international contexts, including familiarity with assessment, and collaboration on global or national education initiatives.

Apply Now

For a full copy of the position description or to apply, visit our career site https://www.acer.org/au/about-us/careers.

Applications will close at midnight (AEDT) on 6th October 2025.

Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

ACER is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to actively fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, cultural and faith background, sexual orientation, disability and/or age. ACER welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.

ACER encourages applications from First Nations Australians.

ACER is committed to supporting candidates with disability through provision of adjustments during the recruitment and selection process and throughout employment. To request or discuss adjustment requirements, please contact: p&[email protected].