Manager Closing the Gap - Identified
At the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners – from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training.
- Ongoing Full-Time Opportunity
- Location: Parramatta / Flexible working arrangements
- A talent pool may be created through this recruitment process to fill anticipated vacancies over the next 18 months.
- Competitive remuneration ranging from $154,231 to $178,369 plus super & annual leave loading.
About the role
The Manager, Closing the Gap leads the design, implementation and evaluation of strategic initiatives that support the delivery of the NSW Department of Education’s commitments under the Nation Agreement on Closing the Gap. The role drives system wide reform by strengthening governance, embedding shared decision making, coordinating complex projects and performance reporting, and fosters strong partnerships across the department and with the NSW Aboriginal Education Consultative Group Inc. (NSW AECG) to improve outcomes for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students, families and communities. The responsibilities include:
- Leading the implementation of Closing the Gap Priority Reforms across the department.
- Providing strategic advice to senior executives on Closing the Gap policy, governance and implementation.
- Establishing reporting, monitoring and evaluation processes to strengthen accountability, manage risk and measure outcomes.
- Building strong partnerships with senior stakeholders to drive collaboration and improve cross -functional delivery.
- Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement and system reform to strengthen outcomes for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students, families and communities.
For further information please click here to view the role description
About you -
- Experience leading strategic projects, driving organisational change and delivering outcomes in a large, complex environment.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, with the ability to build trusted partnerships across government, Aboriginal organisations and diverse groups.
- Experience embedding governance, performance reporting, evaluation and continuous improvement practices to support effective program delivery.
- Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Department’s Policy, the Department’s Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG and the principles of Closing the Gap to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.
Essential requirements of the role
- This is an identified Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander position. Aboriginality/Torres Strait Islander descent is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants must provide documentation upon appointment. More information can be found in the policy library under Confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Descent.
- Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education
Benefits
- Flexible working arrangements
- 35 hour working week
- Competitive, salary sacrificing, employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
- Flex Leave entitlements, generous holidays & leave conditions
- Opportunities for advancement and mobility across the Department to support your career growth
Information Session
On Tuesday, 21st July at 9am, the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Recruitment and Advisory team will host an online Yarn Up (information session) about this role. The session will provide a detailed overview of the recruitment process, including applying for the Position/Role and interview to build confidence in your application.
To register your interest, please fill out the
registration form and we will be in touch with further details and the meeting link. Alternatively, you may email the team at
[email protected] with subject line "Yarn Up" noting the job reference number.
How to apply
Attach a resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role.
Applicants are encouraged to prepare their application materials independently. The selection panel values authentic and personally written responses that reflect your own experience, insights and alignment with the Department’s values and priorities.
Please refer to the Applicant’s Guide to Applying to assist you with your application.
If you are an existing Education Support Staff (corporate staff) with the NSW Department of Education,
All other applicants please submit your application by clicking ‘Apply Now’.
Note: the selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role. Successful candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening for this role which includes a National Criminal History Check.
As a condition of employment, successful candidates not currently employed by the Department must provide a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) clearance number. Renewal is not required after the WWCC expires, as long as you remain in a non–child-related role. Employer obligations only apply while the WWCC is valid.
Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens, permanent residents, New Zealand citizens or a valid work visa). Ongoing (permanent) roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents and New Zealand citizens, while temporary roles welcome applicants with a visa.
Closing date: 26th July 2026 at 11:59pm.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including but not limited to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people of any age or gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse groups and/or from the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees, people with disability, people with sensory differences, and neurodiverse people. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better help you shine, please reach out to the contact person for this recruitment, details listed above. For more information, visit the NSW Department of Education’s Diversity, equity and inclusion webpage.
A recruitment pool may be created through this recruitment process. A recruitment pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary, term or ongoing roles, over the next 18 months.
