Careers at TAFE NSW

TAFE NSW Life-Changing Careers

Executive Officer

TAFE Manager Level 1

Location negotiable across NSW (subject to campus availability)

Permanent Full-Time

$185,836 salary package – includes base salary ($163,687), plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading

At TAFE NSW, we are dedicated to life-changing impact.

That’s why we offer world-class training and education that delivers the skills needed for the jobs of today and tomorrow.

Life-changing impact starts with an incredible team that sees their career as an opportunity to transform someone’s world. Whether that’s inspiring students, supporting each other, or helping our communities and industries flourish.

We live by TAFE NSW values: Customer Focus, Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence. They define who we are, how we work and inspire our performance.

We invest in our people

At TAFE NSW, you will discover a diverse, dynamic, and collaborative environment, where you can innovate, create value, and do meaningful work.

We provide you with tools and ongoing training and professional development, health and wellbeing programs, a 35-hour working week with a variety of flexible working options.

About the role

This position is responsible for delivering a variety of high-level executive, secretariat, and project support services to the Executive. This includes offering strategic advice, managing communications, and implementing initiatives that align with the organisation’s strategic and operational goals.

To find out more about the role, click to view the Role Description

• You are an excellent communicator, able to convey information clearly and confidently to diverse audiences.
• You have demonstrated ability to prepare concise briefs and professional correspondence, ensuring accuracy and clarity.
• You thrive under pressure, managing competing priorities and meeting critical deadlines without compromising quality.
• You are a collaborative team player, working effectively with colleagues and building strong relationships with key stakeholders.
• You bring a proactive and solutions-focused approach, contributing to a positive and productive work environment.

Essential requirements:
1. A valid Working with Children Check (required prior to commencement).
2. Degree qualification in related field or equivalent experience.
3. Demonstrated experience in governance or other related high-level roles from complex and/or education environment.

Our commitment to Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion

We are committed to creating a culturally safe and accessible workplace where dignity, trust, respect, and the promotion of diversity and inclusion are valued, so you can safely bring your whole self to work and connect with your community through our many diverse employee networks.

If you require an adjustment in the recruitment process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Advisor listed below.

A career of life-changing impact awaits you. Apply now!

Applications close 11.55pm AEDT Sunday 25 January

To apply for this role, click on 'apply now' and provide:
• Your current resume
• A cover letter outlining how your capabilities, knowledge and experience meet the requirements of the role (1 page max)
• Response to one targeted question when prompted in the application form (max 300 words):

Targeted Question: Give an example of preparing and presenting complex information (e.g., briefing, report, or submission) for diverse audiences, including senior executives and external stakeholders. How did you tailor your communication and ensure clarity? (max 300 words)

General recruitment and adjustment enquiries: Contact Peta Handley, Talent Acquisition Advisor, via email: peta.handley@tafensw.edu.au
Role-specific enquiries: Contact Julie Johnson, Group Integration Manager, via email: julie.johnson@tafensw.edu.au or by phone: 0419 282 342

For helpful insights into preparing your application, TAFE NSW’s recruitment process, and getting interview ready, read through our Application Process and the interactive Capability Application Tool.  

This is a child-related position. A Working with Children Check is a prerequisite for anyone in child-related work. It involves a national criminal history check and review of findings of workplace misconduct. 

To be eligible for positions at TAFE NSW, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Australia or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport.

A talent pool, valid for 18 months, may be created for this position, and position(s) of the same classification that subsequently becomes vacant, may be filled via this recruitment. 

Location is negotiable across our TAFE NSW campuses. Please note your preferred campus location is not guaranteed and is subject to campus availability at the time of offer. 

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