Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE647747
This is a permanent full-time position commencing ASAP
The Commercial Services Branch is seeking a highly dedicated and motivated individual to the role of Principal Consultant – Grants.
The successful applicant will facilitate, develop and manage the Department’s grant programs, agreements and integrity of grant processes in consultation and negotiation with stakeholders. Within this role you will undertake probity, compliance and quality assessment of grant programs documents and submissions and complete quality assurance of grant program approval procedures and processes in compliance with government and Departmental policies.
This role requires you to manage and provide support to the Manager, Community Services Contracting in responding to ministerial and parliamentary questions whilst contributing to the management of the Branch.
The Commercial Services Directorate is part of the Finance and Commercial Services Division and is responsible for providing procurement and commercial legal support to the Department of Education for contract planning and management, insurance and fleet management
This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our branch for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements:
- Specialist experience in contemporary complex and high risk grant making and grant management to achieve community outcomes.
- Highly developed written communication skills with experience in preparing complex grant frameworks, systems, processes and technical documents.
- Highly developed oral and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to negotiate and consult effectively at senior levels across Government and the community services sector.
- Highly developed conceptual and analytical skills with the ability to provide innovative solutions to complex problems and issues.
- High level experience in managing strong performance and customer focussed teams and working collaboratively to manage a range of complex projects.
Further information about this position can be found in the attached job description form (JDF).
Applications will be assessed against the selection criteria of the position. The business needs of the branch may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.
The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
For further job related information:
Please contact Amie Swan, Manager by telephoning (08) 9264 5264 or emailing amie.swan@education.wa.edu.au
Application Instructions
All applications are submitted online. Select “Apply for Job”, at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.
Your application should include:
- A four (4) page statement addressing the selection criteria in context of the role and business needs of the branch
- A CV of up to five (5) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- The contact details for two (2) work related referees (one being your current line manager)
It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting “Apply for Job”.
You are asked to complete an online application form and attach your documentation, please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.
After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone (08) 9264 4127.
If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.
ELIGIBILITY AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
Employees will be required to:
- provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy
- obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment
- complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement
- complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy
- complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Monday, 16 November 2020
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED