Project Officer - VET and Endorsed Programs

This is a permanent full-time position commencing ASAP The School Curriculum and Standards Division provides administrative and secretariat services for, and implements the decisions of the School Curriculum and Standards Authority (the Authority). The Authority provides quality curriculum, assessment and standards to enable all Western Australian students to become confident, creative learners and active, informed citizens who contribute positively to society

The Role

The Project Officer - VET and Endorsed Programs provides project management support to officers involved with Vocational Education and Training (VET) and Endorsed Programs, including assisting with the development and management of project plans, schedules and relevant documentation. They develop, manage and maintain complex data on the Student Record Management System (SRMS) for the use of internal and external clients.

If successful, you will liaise with officers in Curriculum and Assessment, the Data Team and Information Services on matters related to VET and Endorsed Program data management integrity. It will be your responsibility to collate data relating to VET and Endorsed Programs and coordinate the preparation of key papers and briefings for internal and external clients.

Professional Benefits

We are conveniently located in Cannington and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include: 

• 12% employer contributed superannuation.
• Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance
• Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave
• Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
• Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments)

Want to know more?

Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Arti Dogra, Manager, Strategic and External Relations on (08) 9273 6751 or by emailing Arti.Dogra@scsa.wa.edu.au

We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people (Building Leadership Impact).

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility

To work with us, you must: 

• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.
• obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.

More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Application Instructions

Apply online in two easy steps:

Step 1: Select Apply for Job

Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.

Step 2: Attach your documents

Your application should include: 

• A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• A two (2) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:
  1. Demonstrated well developed verbal and written communication skills, including ability to liaise effectively with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
  2. Demonstrated data management skills, including data analysis and reporting, and the ability to interpret data.
  3. Demonstrated ability to undertake research and policy projects with minimal supervision.
  4. Demonstrated initiative and good organisational skills, including the ability to meet deadlines and identify priorities.

It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.

Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE1015677  

Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 23 January 2026.