This is a permanent full-time position commencing July 2025
We will consider a job share arrangement if we are unable to fill this position full-time and encourage job seekers looking for part-time work to apply.
The Campaigns and Projects team 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 Minister’s office to deliver campaigns. This area drives creativity and innovation working alongside their directorate colleagues.
The Role
As a Project Support Officer, you will contribute to the successful delivery of communication projects and programs by providing research, analysis, and project management support. Working closely with teams across the directorate, you will assist in planning, coordination, and contract management to ensure effective communication outcomes. Your role will involve preparing a range of communication materials, supporting working groups, and offering advice on simple communication requests while maintaining a strong understanding of departmental objectives and priorities.
In this role, you will build and maintain effective relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, ensuring collaboration and knowledge-sharing across teams. You will use insights from past communication activities to inform strategies, helping to refine audience engagement approaches. Additionally, you will promote consistency in branding and messaging by supporting the application of the department’s brand and style guides.
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 Ciwoni Ng’ombe, Business Coordinator on (08) 9264 4667 or emailing ciwoni.ngombe@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 two (2) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:
Job Specific
Demonstrated experience providing administration and project support ideally in a communications environment.
Project Management
Demonstrated knowledge of administrative/project support with the ability to prioritise work and deliver agreed outcomes.
Communication / Stakeholder Engagement
Sound interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to liaise effectively with stakeholders. Proficient writing skills and attention to detail.
Critical thinking / Problem solving
Sound conceptual, analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to develop innovative solutions and provide evidence-based recommendations.
Team
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and contribute to the achievement of team outcomes.
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: DOE955771
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, 30 May 2025
