Government of Western Australia
Header Navigation
  • Accessibility
  • Contact us
Government of Western Australia

Job opportunity

View the advert for the details
Convenience Buttons:   This advert has been closed


 
Schools
Program Kaartdijin
Principal Consultant - Communications
00043552
Level 7, $124,347 - $132,904 per annum (PSCA 2022)

Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE820114

Please note as of Friday, 26 May 2023 at 3:45PM (AWST) an amendment was made to the closing date

This is a twenty-four (24) month fixed term, full-time position commencing ASAP with possible extension  

Professional Benefits

Working for the Department of Education attracts a range of attractive professional and personal benefits including:

  • 10.5 percent employer contributions to superannuation
  • More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers’ leave

The Role and our Branch

Program Kaartdijin is seeking a highly dedicated and motivated individual for the role of Principal Consultant – Communications to join their team.

We encourage all applicants with diverse professional experiences to apply.

Program Kaartdijin has been established to procure and configure a functionally fit, technologically robust solution to replace the current School Information System (SIS) used in more than 800 public schools across Western Australia. The Program vision is to provide a contemporary school and student administration, timetabling and finance solution connecting people, processes and systems for school communities now and into the future.

Program Kaartdijin is seeking a dedicated and motivated individual for the role of Principal Consultant – Communications. This individual will provide professional and strategic management support to the Principal Program Director and wider team in leading, developing, implementing and coordinating strategic communication strategies, campaigns and change management strategies, ensuring outcomes align to the Program’s strategic direction and priorities. Additionally, this individual will manage the development of content and publications pertaining to the Program, ensuring articulation with policy and Program requirements, for use on IKON and in associated products.

The successful applicant will be organised, personable, possess excellent written and verbal communication and time management. Will be able to prioritise tasks and effectively collaborate with multiple staff in multiple departments and contexts.

Cultural Diversity

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.

Your written application will be assessed against the following Selection Criteria

1. Demonstrated substantial experience in communications, including formulation, implementation and evaluation of communications projects and programs, analysis and reporting on performance.
3. Demonstrated substantial experience in managing large and/or complex projects, including change management, to deliver agreed outcomes within specified timeframes.
4. Demonstrated highly developed interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to negotiate with and influence high level stakeholders.
5. Demonstrated highly developed conceptual, analytical and problem- solving skills with the ability to develop innovative solutions to complex problems aligned to strategic direction.

Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experiences in relation to the remaining selection criteria assessed in the further stages of the recruitment process. Remaining selection criteria can be found on the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

For a full outline of the role responsibilities and selection criteria, please refer to the JDF.

It is recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.

All inquiries are welcomed

Please contact Jennifer McAuliffe, Training and Support Manager by telephoning (08) 9264 4883 or emailing Jennifer.McAuliffe@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 all instructions.  It is recommended you have relevant documents completed and ready to attach with your online application. Please allow enough time to complete this process as applications must be received prior to the closing date and time.

Your application should include:

  • A three (3) page statement addressing the selection criteria listed above, in context of the role and business needs of the branch
  • A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
  • The contact details for two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably one being your current line manager.

After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please phone (08) 9264 4127.

If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please phone (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 before commencing employment
  • complete the Department’s Aboriginal Cultural Appreciation course
  • complete
    • the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement;
    • training specific to this role required by Department policy; and
    • the Department’s training in Accountability 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 Friday, 2 June 2023.

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions at, or after, 4:30pm will not be accepted.   

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE 

PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED

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 division 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.


ATTACHMENTS: - published jdf - 00043552 - principal consultant - communications - program kaartdijin - ps l7 - apr 2023.pdf


You can view and print these PDF attachments by downloading Adobe Reader.

 
WORK TYPE:  Fixed Term - Full Time
FTE: 1.0
LOCATION: East Perth
CLOSING DATE: 2023-06-02 4:30 PM
(YYYY-MM-DD)
Position Title
Principal Consultant - Communications

Agency
Department of Education
Salary
Level 7, $124,347 - $132,904 per annum (PSCA 2022)
Location
East Perth
Unit/Division
Schools
Branch
Program Kaartdijin
Work Type
Fixed Term - Full Time
Position No.
00043552
Closing Date
2023-06-02 4:30 PM
Position Title
Principal Consultant - Communications
Branch
Program Kaartdijin

Location
East Perth
Work Type
Fixed Term - Full Time
Closing Date
2023-06-02 4:30 PM
Salary
Level 7, $124,347 - $132,904 per annum (PSCA 2022)
Agency
Department of Education
Company Information
Description

Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE820114

Please note as of Friday, 26 May 2023 at 3:45PM (AWST) an amendment was made to the closing date

This is a twenty-four (24) month fixed term, full-time position commencing ASAP with possible extension  

Professional Benefits

Working for the Department of Education attracts a range of attractive professional and personal benefits including:

  • 10.5 percent employer contributions to superannuation
  • More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers’ leave

The Role and our Branch

Program Kaartdijin is seeking a highly dedicated and motivated individual for the role of Principal Consultant – Communications to join their team.

We encourage all applicants with diverse professional experiences to apply.

Program Kaartdijin has been established to procure and configure a functionally fit, technologically robust solution to replace the current School Information System (SIS) used in more than 800 public schools across Western Australia. The Program vision is to provide a contemporary school and student administration, timetabling and finance solution connecting people, processes and systems for school communities now and into the future.

Program Kaartdijin is seeking a dedicated and motivated individual for the role of Principal Consultant – Communications. This individual will provide professional and strategic management support to the Principal Program Director and wider team in leading, developing, implementing and coordinating strategic communication strategies, campaigns and change management strategies, ensuring outcomes align to the Program’s strategic direction and priorities. Additionally, this individual will manage the development of content and publications pertaining to the Program, ensuring articulation with policy and Program requirements, for use on IKON and in associated products.

The successful applicant will be organised, personable, possess excellent written and verbal communication and time management. Will be able to prioritise tasks and effectively collaborate with multiple staff in multiple departments and contexts.

Cultural Diversity

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.

Your written application will be assessed against the following Selection Criteria

1. Demonstrated substantial experience in communications, including formulation, implementation and evaluation of communications projects and programs, analysis and reporting on performance.
3. Demonstrated substantial experience in managing large and/or complex projects, including change management, to deliver agreed outcomes within specified timeframes.
4. Demonstrated highly developed interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to negotiate with and influence high level stakeholders.
5. Demonstrated highly developed conceptual, analytical and problem- solving skills with the ability to develop innovative solutions to complex problems aligned to strategic direction.

Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experiences in relation to the remaining selection criteria assessed in the further stages of the recruitment process. Remaining selection criteria can be found on the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

For a full outline of the role responsibilities and selection criteria, please refer to the JDF.

It is recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.

All inquiries are welcomed

Please contact Jennifer McAuliffe, Training and Support Manager by telephoning (08) 9264 4883 or emailing Jennifer.McAuliffe@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 all instructions.  It is recommended you have relevant documents completed and ready to attach with your online application. Please allow enough time to complete this process as applications must be received prior to the closing date and time.

Your application should include:

  • A three (3) page statement addressing the selection criteria listed above, in context of the role and business needs of the branch
  • A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
  • The contact details for two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably one being your current line manager.

After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please phone (08) 9264 4127.

If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please phone (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 before commencing employment
  • complete the Department’s Aboriginal Cultural Appreciation course
  • complete
    • the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement;
    • training specific to this role required by Department policy; and
    • the Department’s training in Accountability 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 Friday, 2 June 2023.

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions at, or after, 4:30pm will not be accepted.   

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE 

PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED

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 division 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.

Attachments
- published jdf - 00043552 - principal consultant - communications - program kaartdijin - ps l7 - apr 2023.pdf


Convenience Buttons2:  

BigRedSky e-Recruitment Get Adobe Reader
Jobs Board Menu
  • Go to
  • Jobs search
  • View all jobs
  • View latest jobs
  • Email me jobs
  • Login
  • Closed jobs
Footer Navigation
  • Copyright
  • Disclaimer
  • Privacy