This is a seven (7) month fixed term, full-time position commencing ASAP with possible extension and/or permanency
The Project and Initiatives branch, part of the Strategic Policy directorate, develops and coordinates Department contributions to strategic policies and initiatives, and provides advice in response to complex, high priority and/or high-risk issues. The branch monitors the development of key educational reforms both nationally and internationally, providing strategic advice and technical expertise to the Minister, Director General and Corporate Executive accordingly.
The Role
The Principal Policy Analyst will lead and manage the development of strategic policies and initiatives, ensuring the provision of high-quality and timely advice on Department, State, and Commonwealth policies, as well as national and international education trends. The role involves managing research and planning for key strategic projects and policy frameworks, and working closely within a team to deliver seamless policy advice to the Corporate and Education Executives, regions, and schools. A key focus will be aligning policies with the Department’s strategic priorities and collaborating with stakeholders to coordinate appropriate policy activities.
Additionally, the Principal Policy Analyst will coordinate the preparation of Ministerial correspondence, speeches, reports, submissions, and policy briefings related to education. This position also includes leading the reviews and evaluations of strategic education programs, projects, and policies. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of policies, guidelines, and procedures associated with strategic education issues, and will play a key role in ensuring the Department’s objectives are met through well-formed policy development and analysis.
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)
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 Mark Prindiville, Manager, Projects and Initiatives on (08) 9264 8162 or emailing mark.prindiville@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 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 four (4) 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:
1. Demonstrated extensive knowledge of and experience in the development of strategic government policy.
2. Demonstrated high-level verbal, and written communication, and presentation skills, including preparation of complex reports and briefing papers.
5. Demonstrated high level program and project management skills including project methodology, planning, coordination, implementation and evaluation.
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: DOE971588
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, 06 June 2025
