There has never been a more exciting time to join the Risk and Assurance Directorate and be part of the future to deliver great outcomes for the community!
This talent register is an online portal that allows you to register your interest for fixed term, full-time and part-time opportunities up to twelve (12) months for a range of key positions across the Risk and Assurance Directorate.
The Department of Education’s priority and focus remains on appointing merit based selected staff, permanently.
*The Department will commence reviewing applications immediately to fill current opportunities*
Context
The Department of Education's strategic plan, outlines the commitment for every child to enjoy a high quality of education. This is an education underpinned by excellence in teaching, quality leadership and pathways from Kindergarten to Year 12 to meet the needs of the learner in preparing them to take the next step into the world of work or further education.
The Professional Standards and Conduct Division is responsible for the delivery of a range of integrated functions and oversees Standards and Integrity Directorate, Risk and Assurance Directorate, Legal and Legislative Services Directorate, Parent Liaison Office and the Screening Unit.
The Risk and Assurance Directorate delivers high-level audit and risk management expertise with an emphasis on a quality audit and risk management program that addresses organisational accountability and supports a broad client need across the Department. The Directorate’s services include:
- provide assurance to the Director General and the Audit and Risk Committee that the Department's financial and operational controls are operating in an efficient, effective, economical and ethical manner
- assist management in improving the Department's business performance
- provide a risk advisory function with its focus on assisting staff to manage risks effectively
- undertake a governance function for the Department’s externally available policies and delegations.
The Roles
You may be considered for the following or similar positions:
- Level 3: Administration Support Officer
- Level 4: Policy Governance & Research Officer
- Level 5: Consultant – Risk
- Level 5: Consultant – Policy Governance
- Level 6: Senior Consultant – Risk
- Level 7: Principal Consultant – Risk
- Level 7: Principal Consultant – Audit & Analytics
- Level 7: Principal Consultant – Audit & Stakeholder Engagement
Professional Benefits
We are conveniently located in East Perth and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
- 11.5% employer contributed superannuation, increasing to 12% by July 2025.
- Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave
- Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
- Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments)
Want to know more?
Full details of the roles, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Forms (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Inderbir S. Grewal, Director – Risk and Assurance, on (08) 9264 4204 or emailing inderbir.s.grewal@education.wa.edu.au
We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people (Building Leadership Impact).
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Forms (JDFs).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A comprehensive CV (or resume), providing sufficient information to enable an assessment of your skills and experience relevant to these roles and indicating which level positions you want to be considered for.
Once you apply, your CV will stay on the register until the below closing date and time.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Please note
The register is actively monitored, and applicants may be contacted if an opportunity arises which suits their skills and experience for the above or other similar positions. Please be aware that there is no guarantee that an offer of employment will be made while an application remains on the register. Further information about your application to this talent register can be directed to Inderbir S. Grewal, Director, on (08) 9264 4204 or emailing inderbir.s.grewal@education.wa.edu.au
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE957948
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Tuesday, 10 March 2026
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