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Senior Project Officer

Melbourne, VictoriaFull-time2026-10-14 → 2026-10-20

Core

Lead and project manage the end-to-end development of a portfolio of high-quality, valid and reliable external assessments within agreed timelines and budget, with a focus on English Humanities, Capabilities & Arts.

Role type

Senior Project Officer (Assessment Development)

Builds

External assessment frameworks, blueprints, content, and reports for school-aged students.

Domain

Education / Assessment

Required skills

Project management, Quality assurance, Procurement and contract management, Risk management, Stakeholder management, Reporting and documentation

Preferred skills

Experience in curriculum development, Experience with examination panels, Knowledge of Victorian education system

Technologies

Project management software, Registers, Databases

Responsibilities

Lead and project manage the end-to-end development of a portfolio of high-quality, valid and reliable external assessments within agreed timelines and budget, with a focus on English Humanities, Capabilities & Arts; Provide leadership, guidance and capability development to examination panel members; Lead the consistent implementation of quality assurance processes and procedures; Maintain accurate and up-to-date physical and digital records of assessment materials; Lead the selection, appointment, and performance management of examination development panels; Drive continuous improvement through a commitment to maintaining a solutions-focused mindset; Prepare high-quality briefs, reports, correspondence, and other documentation on complex matters for senior leaders and governance forums; Lead procurement activities and contract management processes.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC