Overview
Closes: 22 February 2026
Classification: Executive Level 3.3
Position No: E716
Directorate: Education
Advertised (Gazettal date): 03 February 2026
Contact Officer: Amanda O'Rourke on admin@amandaorourke.com.au or 0452 199 031
Details: The Education Directorate is seeking to fill the position of Deputy Director-General.
The Deputy Director-General (DDG) will assist the Director-General (DG) to achieve a reduction in the equity gap, an increase in learning gain demonstrated within each school and a high level of student and family engagement. The DDG will work closely with other senior leaders, school leaders and key stakeholders to improve a system level approach to education reform and school improvement. The DDG will lead the organisational approach to implementation of strategic priorities and national reform initiatives. The DDG will monitor and accelerate system level improvement that results in improved learning and development outcomes for students. The Deputy Director-General will work with and may deputise for the Director-General to:
Responsibilities
* Provide high level policy advice to the Minister for Education;
* Develop a culture of safety first and build capability to strengthen inclusive education services;
* Foster quality teaching by building the professional capability of school leadership and educators;
* Implement ACT Government policy on early childhood education and care and school education; and
* Manage and drive continuous improvement in the delivery of public education.
The Deputy Director-General Will
* Lead integration of policy and services across the organization
* Promote a strong and collaborative culture through effective communication and links with internal and external partners and the broader community;
* Implement ACT Government policy on school education for all school age students;
* Drive continuous improvement in the delivery of early childhood, primary, secondary and senior secondary education in ACT public schools; and
* Monitor enterprise and strategic risk.
* The function also provides direct advice to the Director-General for the Minister and the Cabinet as required.
Remuneration: The position attracts a remuneration package ranging from $431,834 - $445,191 depending on current superannuation arrangements of the successful applicant. This includes a cash component of $381,630.
Contract: The successful applicant will be engaged under a performance-based long-term contract for a period of up to five years. Prospective applicants should be aware that long-term engagements are tabled in the ACT Legislative Assembly.
Note: Selection may be based on written application and referee reports only.
How to Apply: Interested applicants are requested to submit a pitch of no more than two pages, outlining your Skills and Experience to meet the 'Executive Capabilities' outlined in the E716 Executive Capabilities, a current curriculum vitae and include the details of three referees, including a staff member reporting to you, a colleague and immediate supervisor.
Applications must be submitted via the Apply Now button below.
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