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 Programs Unit for an ongoing position.

• Salary: $76,817 - $93,275 (Plus Superannuation of 11.5%)
• Ongoing role
• Usual hours of work: Full time (flexible work conditions maybe available)
• Usual work location: Coburg Assessment Centre

Role Purpose

This position has the responsibility for providing high level technical expertise to support VCAA digital platforms associated with the administration and delivery of VCAA external assessment programs, in particular the National Assessment Program - Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) online test platform.

This position plays a key role in the delivery of these programs and the continuous improvement of associated processes.

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

• Supporting data processing activities, including processing and cleansing of student and results data within defined project schedules
• Contributing to database and software testing and quality assurance (e.g. UAT) processes
• Collecting, maintaining and processing of information to ensure the accuracy of data, including working with other business areas to support data transition across various databases and platforms
• Maintenance of school and student records on the VCAA's  corporate database
• Providing data processing and reporting support to relevant VCAA business areas and helpdesks
• Engaging with stakeholders, including subject matter experts, across the VCAA to confirm data requirements and associated processes.

About the unit

The Assessment Programs Unit oversees the delivery and reporting  of the National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) tests and is based at the VCAA Assessment Centre in Coburg.

About You

• You are driven, enthusiastic and set high standards in your work performance.
• You are a collaborative team player with a “can do” attitude.
• You have a willingness to learn and ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• You are a strong problem solver; you identify and provide workable solutions.

Qualifications and experience

Desirable: Relevant experience in Information Technology project support roles

Essential demonstrated experience in:

• Analysing data using standard tools (e.g. SQL, Access, Excel and Visual Basic)
• Ensuring delivery of timely, accurate and high-quality data products and reports
• Translating business needs into technical requirements
• Contributing to the establishment and continuous improvement of data management systems to support business needs.

How to Apply

Applicants are required to submit a CV and a cover letter summarising their skills and experience (no more than two pages).

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 Dr Rachael Whittle, Manager, Assessment Programs, via phone 0488 674 822 or email  Rachael.whittle@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 30 March 2025.