Salary: Level 8, $157,900 - $171,005 per annum (pro-rata) (PSCA 2024)
This is a 1 month fixed term, full-time position commencing ASAP with possible extension (12 months) and/or permanency
The System Performance Branch is responsible for coordinating system-level reporting, including production of the annual report, and collecting and maintaining statistics on schools and students for the education sector. The branch produces performance indicators used in system-level strategic planning, management and reporting, and provides advice on, and support in the use of performance and statistical information for resource allocation. The branch is responsible for providing advice on accountability arrangements, statistics and performance measurement and reporting at state and national levels, including representation on national statistical bodies and other working groups. The branch also provides advice on, and support for, evaluations and research activities, including administration of the Research Conducted on Educational Sites by External Parties policy.
The Role
School Performance are seeking to appoint a talented and dedicated Manager – System Performance.
The successful applicant will lead and manage the System Performance branch to ensure that appropriate performance and statistical information are available for strategic planning and management, and for monitoring system-level performance. They will provide strategic leadership in the planning, development, implementation and review of policies, programs and systems related to the collection, monitoring and reporting of system performance data and provide strategic advice to Corporate Executive on matters related to systemic performance and statistical information.
Professional Benefits
We are conveniently located in East Perth and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
* Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance including; working from home or remote, flexible working hours and part-time arrangements.
* 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) .
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.
* be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
Role specific
* Demonstrated extensive knowledge and understanding of contemporary issues and responses relating to system performance, statistical systems, data collection and reporting in a schooling context.
Implements and manages strategy
* translates strategy into operational goals and creates a shared sense of purpose within the business unit
* engages others in the strategic direction of the work area, encourages their contribution, and communicates expected outcomes
* considers the ramifications of a wide range of issues, anticipates priorities and develops long term plans for the work area
* understands objective, critical analysis and distils the core issues.
Achieves results
* evaluates ongoing project and program performance and identifies critical success factors
* establishes clear plans and timeframes for project implementation and outlines specific activities
* strives to achieve and encourages others to do the same
* monitors progress and identifies risks that may impact outcome and adjusts plans as required.
Builds productive relationships
* builds and sustains relationships with a network of key people internally and externally
* recognises shared agendas and works toward mutually beneficial outcomes
* brings people together and encourages input from key stakeholders.
Exemplifies personal integrity and self-awareness
* acts professionally and impartially at all times and operates within the boundaries of organisational processes and legal and public policy constraints
* takes personal responsibility for meeting objectives and progressing work and commits energy and drive to see that goals are achieved
* persists and focuses on achieving objectives even in difficult circumstances.
Communicates and influences effectively
* confidently presents information in a clear, concise and articulate manner and translates information for others
* approaches negotiations with a strong grasp of key issues, having prepared well in advance anticipates the position of the other party and adapts approach accordingly
* encourages the support of relevant stakeholders.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Thursday, 25 June 2026
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