The VCAA is a statutory body responsible to the Victorian Minister for Education, serving both government and non-government schools. We provide high quality curriculum, assessment and reporting for all Victorian students birth to 18 years.

An exciting opportunity exists to join the Assessment and Reporting Division in the Assessment Operations Unit for a fixed term full-time position until 6 June 2025.

• Salary: $130,593 - $180,115 (Plus Superannuation 11.5%)
• Fixed term role in a passionate team
• Usual work location: Assessment Centre Coburg (flexible work conditions maybe available)

About the Division and Unit

The Assessment and Reporting Division is responsible for the delivery and reporting of all VCE external assessments, the National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN).

The division also manages:

• the development, delivery and marking of the General Achievement Test (GAT)

• the training of all casual staff appointed to participate in all Foundation to Year 12 assessment programs

• the marking of all VCE examinations, including written, performance and Languages oral examinations

• managing the quality assurance and statistical moderation programs for VCE school-based assessments

• digital assessment platforms, including the digital Assessment Library and VCAA online scoring system (VOSS)

• collecting, maintaining and processing student enrolment data and assessment results for VCE external assessments

• issuing VCE and VET certification to students under delegation from the VRQA

• managing the Victorian Student Register and the issuing of Victorian Student Numbers

• providing technical and professional support for assessment and reporting matters to the VCAA Board, internal and external stakeholders

• liaising with national and international bodies on assessment and reporting matters

• management of the VCAA Assessment Centre which provides facilities to support Division operations including training meetings and marking.

About the Role

Working with the Manager, Assessment Operations, the Program Manager is responsible for developing and coordinating administrative and quality control/assurance processes associated with VCE external assessment in particular the conduct and administration, marking and processing of VCE external assessments and Special Provision.

The main components of the role include but are not limited to:

• managing the development, implementation and review of logistical and administrative processes associated with the conduct and administration of VCE external assessments including Special Provision
• managing systems and monitoring processes, timelines and budget associated with the delivery of VCE external assessments including:
  • the marking and data processing of VCE external assessments; and
  • the VCAA Special Provision policy and associated procedures and resources

Attributes

•  Your passion for teamwork, people and project discipline will ensure you demonstrate the VPS values and lead with integrity, while supporting a safe and inclusive workplace.
• You are a highly organised and professional person, capable of managing projects with numerous contributors and stakeholders for demanding clients to deadlines and budget constraints.
• Your excellent stakeholder management and communication skills will help you steer, support and deliver successful improvement projects.
• You are a strong problem solver; you identify and provide workable solutions. You have a willingness to learn and ability to adapt to changing priorities.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience

 Desirable : Relevant tertiary qualification in Project and Program Management

How to apply

Applicants are encouraged to submit a cover letter including a brief summary of their suitability for the position along with their CV.

Further Information

For more details regarding this position please see attached position description for the capabilities to address in application.

The department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about our work, working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions visit the Department website and our Diversity and Inclusion page

Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person.

Information about the Department of Education's operations and employment conditions can be located at www.education.vic.gov.au.

For further information pertaining to the role, please contact Marilena Ciccullo  - Manager Assessment Operations on (03) 9059 5312 or Marilena.Ciccullo@education.vic.gov.au .

Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Education will be treated in the strictest confidence.

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Applications close 11:59pm on Wednesday 18th September 2024.