Job Description

Department Of Education

Designation : POLICY DEVELOPMENT & REVIEW OFFICER (TMT/SSM) (Code- EDU25-01674)

Job Description / Responsibilities:

1. PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

1.1 Assist to coordinate the preparation of NEB meetings, arrangements for quarterly meetings, coordinate submissions from the department and stakeholders, through the Top Management Team (TMT). Maintain an accurate and up to date record of all submission and decisions.

1.2 Record minutes NEB and communicate coordinate the outcome/decisions to relevant action officers and stakeholders.

1.3 Examine and follow up resolutions of NEG meetings and provide a progress report.

1.4 Compile NEB Annual Report.

1.5 Provide to briefs to Secretary and Minister (through Secretary) on matters pertaining to NEB, reply to parliament questions, motions, and Parliament Statements.

1.6 Prepare submissions to TMT, SSM, NEC or relevant bodies on NEB.

1.7 Incorporate Gender Equity and Social Inclusion Principles and values of Honesty, Integrity, Accountability, Respect, Wisdom and Responsibility in programs, Activities and initiatives to foster positive work ethics.

 

2. QUALIFICATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND WORK EXPERIENCE 

2.1 Qualification

2.1.1 Minimum of Bachelor Degree in Education, Policy Management and relevant tertiary or post graduate qualification in Education Policy, Planning or Management is highly preferred.

2.2 Knowledge 

2.2.1 Extensive knowledge of the PNG education system, education legislation, government policies, and the process of education reform is essential.  

2.3 Skills

2.3.1 High level of communication both oral and written

2.3.2 Sound analytical ability to assess issues and provide advise

2.3.3 Computer literate in Microsoft word and excel.

2.3.4 Ability to work with minimum supervision

2.3.5 Research and Evaluation skills

2.3.6 Report Writing skill 

2.4 Work Experience

2.4.1 Minimum of four-eight years teaching and education administration experience is desirable. 

2.4.2 Proven experience of education policy and research development at national, provincial and district level is an advantage.

2.4.3 Previous experience in similar work environment is essential.

Job Type:

Full Time

Language Requirements:

English

Salary(per annum):

K40,324 – K49,284

Job Location:

HEAD OFFICE

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