60133

Closes: 17 July 2026

Classification: Administrative Services Officer 6
Salary: $102,657 - $116,592 plus superannuation
Position No: 60133
Directorate: Education
Advertised (Gazettal date): 10 July 2026
Contact Officer: Ken Gordon on Ken.Gordon@act.gov.au or (02) 6205 9498

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Details: The Planning, Evidence and Analytics Branch is looking for an individual to fill a temporary Project Manager position (six months+).

The successful applicant will work in a small, motivated team that manages participation of ACT schools in local, national and international assessments including coordination, management and support of NAPLAN in ACT schools.

The successful applicant will also have a role in managing data quality, reporting at the system, jurisdiction and national level. To achieve this effectively the successful applicants must be skilled in communication, familiar with statistical software and have a keen eye for detail.

The successful applicant will demonstrate well developed liaison, organisational and administrative skills, with the proven ability to work under pressure, prioritise work and meet deadlines under minimal supervision.

Experience with database management systems such as SQL Server/Microsoft Access, and proficiency in analytical and reporting tools including Power BI and Excel, is highly desirable and will be considered an advantage.

Note: This is a temporary position available from 27 August 2026 until 05 May 2027 with the possibility of extension up to 12 months.

A merit pool will be established from this selection process and may be used to fill future identical vacancies over the next 12 months.

Opportunities for flexible working options could include hybrid working, being a combination of working from home, designated office based and FlexiSpace working locations across the ACT, part-time hours, job-sharing, flexible start, and finish times.

How to Apply: Please submit a current curriculum vitae and a written response of up to two pages. The response should outline your Knowledge, Skills and Capabilities against the Selection Criteria listed in the Position Description.

Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below.

Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.

Where an offer of employment is for a fixed-term period, any related temporary contracts within the Territory will be issued in compliance with the requirements and applicable exceptions outlined in the Fair Work Act.

The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal.

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This is a temporary position available from 27 August 2026 until 05 May 2027 with the possibility of extension up to 12 months.