This is a permanent full-time position commencing ASAP
The Campaigns and Projects team are the campaign strategists, and creative and implementation experts within Communications. The team provide high level corporate communications, public relations and marketing strategies and services for the department.
We work collaboratively across the entire department in the delivery of projects, campaigns and events to deliver outcomes that meet the needs of the business unit and directorate. The Branch ensures all activities are designed to enhance the brand, image and reputation of the Department and promote Western Australian Government initiatives in education. The expertise in this branch works with the Minister’s office to deliver campaigns. This area drives creativity and innovation working alongside their directorate colleagues.
The Role
As a highly accomplished communications professional your proven track record in delivering strategic communications and integrated marketing campaigns speaks for itself.
In this role as Senior Consultant, Campaigns and Project you will deliver communication strategies and campaigns, including design, development, analysis, and evaluation. You will work collaboratively across the Communications directorate to deliver cross-functional projects.
You will undertake complex research and provide recommendations to support the development of innovative, evidence based communication projects/programs and outcomes. You will be required to analyse and review complex issues, identify emerging trends, develop and implement evidence-based solutions, mitigate risks and evaluate performance to ensure continuous improvement.
Your varied portfolio of projects will involve writing communications for a range of purposes and audiences, and a strength will be your substantial experience working with different clients to craft compelling and engaging communications.
A key responsibility will include maintaining awareness and understanding of emerging trends and issues and ensuring effective sharing of information and skills, supporting collaboration, communication and connection across the team and directorate.
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.
- Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance including; working from home or remote, flexible working hours and part-time arrangements.
- 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).
- Enjoy easy access to public transport with the Claisebrook train station just a 5-minute walk away or, take advantage of the free Yellow Cat bus service that stops outside our building entrance. Additionally, various CPP parking locations are within walking distance.
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Kim Parkin, A/Manager Campaigns and Projects on (08) 9264 4388 or emailing kim.parkin@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.
- obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
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 CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:
Job Specific
- Demonstrated experience in communications, including formulation, implementation, and evaluation of communications projects and programs, including analysis and reporting on performance.
- Highly developed writing skills.
Project Management
- Experience managing large or complex projects, or components of larger projects, including the ability to manage performance to deliver agreed outcomes within specified timeframes.
Communication / Stakeholder Engagement
- Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build and maintain stakeholder relationships in a dynamic environment.
Critical thinking / Problem solving
- Highly developed research, analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to develop innovative solutions to complex problems aligned to strategic direction.
Team
- Proven ability to work collaboratively, mentor and develop others.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
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: DOE963648
Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 2 May 2025.
