The South Australian Department for Education is dedicated to engaging every child and student so that they achieve at the highest possible level of their learning and well-being, though quality care and teaching. The department continuously implements a range of business reforms and new initiatives to improve the educational opportunities for every South Australian child and to best meet the needs of the South Australian community.

The Student Pathways and Careers Division supports secondary schools in delivering a consistent approach to engage, retain and transition young people to employment, vocational learning and higher education.

The Manager Projects, Improvement and Reporting reports to the Director, Services and Programs and is responsible for leading and overseeing the development and implementation of policies and projects in order to realise the state government’s career education and pathways objectives. The position will exercise significant independence in strategically leading, managing and providing expert advice on the planning,development and implementation of policies and projects, with a particular focus on system improvements, data management and reporting.

The Manager Projects, Improvement and Reporting will adhere to the department's project management methodology and will lead and manage the development and maintenance of networks and relationships with key stakeholders to deliver corporate objectives. The incumbent will be required to manage and evaluate the implementation of policies and projects. The role will also provide high level reports and tactical advice for senior management and executive within the Department and across government.

The environment can at times be politically sensitive in relation to further education, employment and governance. The position requires extremely high levels of confidentiality, and is subject to frequent periods of high workload and changing priorities.

Remuneration:
MAS3 $127,859 per annum (1.0 FTE) + superannuation (12%) and leave loading.

Enquiries:
Enquiries can be directed to Alana Barre, Senior Administrative Officer, via tel: (08) 8226 2074 or email: [email protected]

Further information:
This is a full-time contract position (1.0 FTE) with an end date of 31 December 2027.

For further information and details on how to apply for this vacancy, please go to iworkfor.sa.gov.au and search for vacancy number 705831.

Applications are to be made through the IWorkForSA website.

Applicants are required to submit a CV, the Application Cover Sheet, Employment Declaration, and a cover letter of no more than two pages addressing the key competencies in the attached position description.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.People of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and/or those who have a disability are strongly encouraged to apply. Applications close at 11.30 pm on 29 October 2025.