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About the Role

This role is an exciting opportunity for an Aboriginal Liaison Officer to play a key role in improving outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, families, schools and teachers across NSW. Initially, the role will support a significant project within NESA's Assessment Services Directorate, helping schools, students and families access the HSC exam provisions program and ensuring equitable access to assessment support for students. Working closely with stakeholders across NESA, you will provide culturally informed advice, resources and support that help improve engagement with NESA services and programs. Reporting to the Manager, Liaison Unit, you will provide strategic advice and specialist expertise on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander matters, while building strong relationships across schools, communities and government. This is a rewarding opportunity to influence positive educational outcomes, contribute to agency-wide initiatives and make a meaningful impact for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities throughout NSW.

Responsibilities

Providing expert advice, information and referral support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, families, schools and teachers regarding NESA policies, procedures and services, including HSC exam provisions.
Supporting the delivery of projects and initiatives that improve access, engagement and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.
Developing culturally responsive resources, guidance materials and information for students, families and school staff.
Delivering professional learning and information sessions to schools and stakeholders on NESA programs and priorities.
Managing project activities, timelines, reporting requirements, resources and budgets to achieve successful outcomes.
Preparing reports, briefings and correspondence for senior leaders and key stakeholders.
Building and maintaining productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders through effective communication, consultation and issue resolution.
Collaborating across NESA to support agency-wide projects, programs and engagement activities.

Requirements

Demonstrated experience providing culturally informed advice, support and engagement services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to communicate complex information clearly, build trusted relationships and work collaboratively with a diverse range of stakeholders.
Experience managing projects and competing priorities in a high-volume and complex environment, while maintaining a strong focus on quality outcomes.
Demonstrated ability to develop practical solutions, manage stakeholder expectations and respond effectively to emerging issues.
Experience developing and delivering resources, training or professional learning programs.
Demonstrated recent teaching experience in government or non-government schools.
Demonstrated knowledge of curriculum, assessment and credentialing requirements in NSW.
Aboriginality. Aboriginality is a genuine qualification and authorised in terms of Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Applicants must confirm their Aboriginality through written documentation in addition to addressing other essential requirements, the capabilities and focus questions in their application.
Degree in education or recognised teacher training qualification.
Current driver's licence.
A current NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) clearance for paid employment is required before commencing in this role.
Must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident for ongoing roles.

Skills

Culturally informed advice
Stakeholder engagement
Project management
Developing resources
Delivering training
Knowledge of NSW curriculum, assessment and credentialing

Location

Sydney

Work Type

Full-time
Ongoing role

Experience Level

Senior

Education Level

Degree in education or recognised teacher training qualification

Salary/Compensations

$174,905 p.a.

Benefits

Employer’s contribution to superannuation
Leave loading
Flexible working arrangements
Generous leave entitlements
Access to discounted health and fitness memberships via Fitness Passport
Employee assistance program
Annual flu vaccinations
Salary packaging options

About the Company

At the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA), we are dedicated to carrying out meaningful work that drives improvements and elevates student achievement across NSW, now and into the future.
We accomplish this by supporting all school sectors with high quality syllabuses, assessment (including managing the HSC and NAPLAN), teaching standards (e.g., accrediting teachers) and school environments (including setting and monitoring school standards).
NESA is a unique organisation in NSW (of around 740FTE staff) with significant state-wide impact.

Equal Opportunity

We particularly welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people of all ages, genders, cultural and linguistic backgrounds and the LGBTQIA+ community.
All children and young people have the right to be respected, feel safe, be safe, and protected from harm. NESA is committed to child safety and child safe practices underpinning our purpose of helping children and young people leave school, ready to take advantage of life’s opportunities and rise to its inevitable challenges.