About this job

About the Department of Education:

The Darling Downs South West Region is on the western slope of the Great Dividing Range in Queensland and covers an impressive 480,000km2 of land.

Our region offers agile work environments as well as an affordable and community-oriented lifestyle, with access to essential facilities and diverse experiences for singles and families.

Your Role:

As the Partnerships Facilitator, Early Childhood you will:

- Develop effective partnerships and support communities to implement place-based approaches to improve outcomes for children and families based on early childhood data.
- Work with stakeholders and other identified partners to plan implementation of early childhood initiatives, including monitoring and evaluation to improve performance within the region.

Responsibilities include:

- Implement early childhood specific initiatives, prioritising the participation and engagement of all children in development and learning pathways; and in quality transitions, that lead to successful educational outcomes and wellbeing.
- Access and analyse information sources such as economic and demographic data, Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) sector performance data, regional development plans, local government planning documents, recommendations and papers to inform planning and coordination, advice and support.
- Prepare quality project plans and reports, as well as submissions,



briefs and correspondence to provide advice to the Manager to inform decision making and ensure outcomes are delivered in a timely and effective manner.
- Identify local priorities and address emerging issues and trends to build community capacity and enhance performance to optimise quality outcomes for children.
- Develop and maintain working relationships with internal and external stakeholders and clients to collaborate on early years priorities relating to early childhood.

Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.

Submit Your Application:

- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
- Provide a written response (max 500 words each) to the following two questions, available on the application page:

1. Describe a partnership, project or initiative involving multiple stakeholders that delivered improved outcomes for children, families or communities.
2. Describe an experience that shaped your understanding of inclusive, culturally safe and responsive practice when working with people from diverse backgrounds.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

📌 Partnerships Facilitator - Darling Downs South West Region (Westbrook)
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