There is a temporary vacancy to backfill the position of Assistant Director, Education Strategy within Strategic Policy available immediately for a period of six months. This position is a strategic secretariat role supporting the ACT Public School System Resourcing Review (the Review). The Review began in October 2025 and will report back to the Minister in April 2026. Delivered by an independent Expert Panel, it will shape the future of ACT public school system resourcing and support equity and sustainability across the system. The secretariat supports the Expert Panel through research, drafting, coordinating meetings and engaging with stakeholders. This is an opportunity to work in a fast-paced and agile team on a high-profile project for the Education Directorate. You will need the ability to manage a high volume of work with autonomy, problem-solve proactively and be flexible to take on new types of work. Please see the attached Position Description for more information. Eligibility/Other requirements: Desirable: Understanding of the Education sector and a demonstrated commitment to placing the wellbeing of children and young people at the centre of policy design. Notes: This is a temporary position available from 03 December 2025 until 03 June 2026. This position is available to ACT Government officers and employees only. Selection may be based on pitch and curriculum vitae only. A merit pool may be established from this process and used to fill vacancies over the next six months. How to apply: Please submit: A one-page pitch outlining how you would support the team to deliver this project, with reference to the Selection Criteria in the Position Description Your curriculum vitae For any questions, please contact Senior Director, Education Strategy, Sophie McGlynn at Sophie.McGlynn@act.gov.au. Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below. Where an offer of employment is for a fixed-term period, any related temporary contracts within the Territory will be issued in compliance with the requirements and applicable exceptions outlined in the Fair Work Act. LI-DNI Note This is a temporary position available from 03 December 2025 until 03 June 2026. This position is available to ACT Government officers and employees only.