Vacancy Reference No. 916801
In accordance with the external recruitment freeze announced on 21 December 2015, this vacancy is only open to current permanent (general government) public sector employees as a transfer/secondment/acting opportunity. Queries regarding eligibility to apply for this vacancy are to be directed to the nominated contact person.
This Fixed Term Full Time vacancy may be filled as a secondment/acting opportunity until 14/09/2016, with no possibility of a permanent appointment.
WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.
WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.
Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant's integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.
Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of six (6) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.
Position Profile: We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and dynamic person to the position of Senior Program Officer. This position is responsible for the effective development, negotiation, management and evaluation of Health Service Agreements and Grants and/or policies for the delivery of Aboriginal Environmental Health programs by non-Government Organisations in metropolitan, regional and remote regions of Western Australia. The incumbent, on behalf of the Director Environmental Health, will manage and oversee the budget and cost centre for the WA Aboriginal Environmental Health Program. The position holder will also be responsible for the development of local cultural partnerships to advise services and facilitate reviews of services, or service components, to identify where they may compromise the legitimate cultural rights, views, values and expectations of Aboriginal people and develop practices to ensure cultural respect is maintained at all times.
Employee Benefits: In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):
- 9.5% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information go to:
http://www.treasury.wa.gov.au/superannuation.aspx
- Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
- Flexible working arrangements
- Flexible leave arrangements
- Other professional and location based allowances
Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form.
For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact Robert Mullane on 08 9388 4935.
If you experience technical difficulties while applying online, please contact 1300 367 894 (and select Option 2) for immediate assistance during business hours.
Application Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply online (Please note: Applicants must have a current, valid email address in order to apply online. This email address will be used for communication with applicants).
Referees: It is preferable for your referee to be a current supervisor or manager.
Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria and provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements. These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.
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APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE CLOSING DATE AND TIME WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.