Program Manager, National Register

About ACECQA

We provide national leadership on the implementation of the National Quality Framework (NQF) and  collaborate with the Australian and state and territory governments. We strive for innovation and  continuous improvement and are committed to keeping the sector and the community informed with  the latest developments in early childhood education and care. 

The Program Manager, National Register leads program and project management functions that  support the planning, governance, delivery, reporting and assurance of National Early Childhood  Worker Register (National Worker Register) activities, including Stage 1B reforms.  

The role is responsible for coordinating integrated delivery planning, milestone tracking, risk and  issue management, dependency management, governance reporting, deed delivery tracking,  stakeholder coordination and delivery assurance. The position works closely with policy, legislative,  operational, data, privacy, security, technology and jurisdictional stakeholders to support clear  decision making, delivery confidence, implementation readiness and transition to business as usual operations for the National Worker Register.  

This role is full-time and fixed term for up to 12 months at ACECQA Band 6/7 ($130,608 - $167,283). 

For the full position description and how to apply please see the vacancy listed on our Recruitment  Candidate Portal, https://aeq.chris21.com/AEQ_eR21p/VacancyList.aspx  

The closing date for applications is 31 August 2026 at 11.59pm.  

To apply, you will need to register with the ACECQA Recruitment Candidate Portal, navigate to the  Program Manager, National Register vacancy and click Apply for Job. The application process will  require you to: 

• Attach a CV of no more than 5 pages which demonstrates your ability to meet the criteria  contained in the position description. 

• Attach a written response to the targeted questions below of no more than 2 pages.

• Provide the details of at least two referees that cover the last 3 years of employment. 

More information - If you have any questions about the role or the recruitment process, please email  the HR team at [email protected].  

ACECQA is committed to removing barriers and opening up opportunities. As an employer we seek to ensure people with  differing needs and abilities have the same opportunities to successfully gain skills, knowledge and experience through work, social activities, education and training irrespective of their age, disability, colour, race, gender, religion, sexuality, family  responsibilities, or location. In particular, we are committed to improving opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and  Torres Strait Islander peoples. You must have the right to work and live in Australia to apply for this role. The successful  candidate will be required to consent to a national police check.