Our people

Learn about some of the people that make the Department great

The Secretary

Murat Dizdar PSM is the Secretary of the NSW Department of Education, which delivers quality education and training services for the people of New South Wales. This includes the Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) sector, government and non-government schools, and the Vocational Education and Training sector.

Murat’s career began as a social sciences teacher at Ashcroft High School. He has experience in a range of school leadership roles, including senior principal of Belmore and Punchbowl Boys High Schools.

  • Minister for Education and Early Learning

    Prue Car is Deputy Premier, Minister for Education and Early Learning.

  • Minister for Skills, TAFE and Tertiary Education

    Steve Whan is Minister for Skills, TAFE and Tertiary Education.

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