ASO3 Project Support Officer, Premier’s Reading Challenge

Department for Education
Job reference: 614923
Location: 5007 – HINDMARSH
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to EveryoneWhy work with us:Every child and young person deserves a great education.We have a strategy that aims to unlock every child’s potential now and into the future, one that in partnership with learners, students, parents and the wider South Australian community will build a world-leading public education system. One that is equitable and prioritises learning and wellbeing.Together we will make our education system the best it can be.When our children and young people thrive, so do our communities and our state.About the Role:The Project Support Officer, Premier’s Reading Challenge, will contribute administrative and project support to ensure the Challenge is delivered effectively each year – within budget, on time and meeting the needs of all stakeholders (Premier, Minister, Department, School communities and critically, students).What you will do:

• Coordinate communication with users (schools, libraries, families, interested parties) to ensure customer satisfaction and Premier’s Reading Challenge success.
• Manage and maintain the PRC website and data-base content.
• Monitor the progress of the PRC via the database and contribute to managerial report on PRC success.
• Contribute to the ongoing development of the Challenge, seeking to enhance existing practices by undertaking relevant research and project work.
• Manage basic finance processes (invoicing, reconciling, etc.) and support fellow workers (e.g. contribute to Premier’s be active Challenge if required, train temp workers).
• Coordinate and provide a range of administrative and project support functions that contribute to the efficient and effective operation of the PRC within tight timeframes.

Special Conditions:The successful applicant is required to gain a Department for Human Services (DHS) working with children check (WWCC) prior to being employed which is required to be renewed every five years before expiry. The incumbent will be required to undertake RRHAN –EC (Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect – Education Care) Facilitator Lead (Masterclass) extended course or the online (Fundamentals) course which will be required to be updated every three years.For all other Special Conditions please refer to the attached Position Description.Remuneration:ASO3 $67,589 – $72,033 per annum (1.0 FTE) + superannuation (11.5%) and leave loading.Enquiries:Enquiries can be directed to Mark Williams, Manager, Premier’s Challenges, via tel: (08) 8226 2006 or email: [email protected].Application Instructions:Applications should be made through the IWorkForSA website.Applicants are required to submit a CV, the Application Cover Sheet, Employment Declaration, and a cover letter addressing the key competencies in the attached position description.People of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and/or those who have a disability are strongly encouraged to apply.Additional Note:This is a full-time contract role (1.0 FTE), contract term until June 2026 with possibility of extension.
Applications close: 01/09/2024 11:30 PMAttachments:
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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.