The Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport (CITS) acknowledges the Aboriginal people throughout Western Australia as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands, waters, and communities in which we operate. We pay our respects to all Aboriginal people and their cultures, and to Elders past and present.

About the department

CITS is a diverse agency that supports all Western Australians by giving them opportunities to reach their potential and live their very best lives. Staff in our department work across the portfolios of creative industries; sport and recreation; tourism and multicultural interests.  We’re also responsible for supporting major events and infrastructure projects throughout WA.

• We support a sustainable arts and cultural sector that facilitates social and economic wellbeing by building capacity of the sector, the provision of funding and grants, progressing infrastructure projects, providing research, policy, information and support.
• We help maintain a strong and diverse sport and recreation sector by removing barriers to participation, providing funding and support for the sector through grants, infrastructure and major capital projects.
• We promote and support multiculturalism, through the Office of Multicultural Interests, which strengthens communities to ensure WA is a vibrant and effective multicultural society.
• We champion WA’s tourism industry and promote Western Australia as an incredible destination.
• We support the people of WA, including First Nations peoples, to connect to their culture and history through Aboriginal History Western Australia, and the State Records Office.

Why work with us?

Our diverse organisation is supported by talented people from all walks of life and many different backgrounds who are supported to genuinely contribute to inclusivity in the workplace.

If you want to work in an inspirational organisation where you have a voice and can contribute to the things that matter to you, then join our awesome team!

We are proudly an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace equity. We support diversity and inclusion in the public sector because it makes us stronger as an organisation, and better able to meet our community’s needs.  We strongly encourage people with disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women and youth to apply.

CITS is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.

For further information on CITS, visit our website.

About Creative Industries

The Creative Industries team supports a thriving WA arts and cultural sector and promotes participation and achievement in culture and the arts. The team works to highlight the social and economic benefits to the community from the creation of, and engagement in, high-quality arts experiences, including increased wellbeing and connection. We support these activities through grants and investment programs, research and policy development. Through recognising the importance of sharing Western Australia’s unique stories and cultures, including those of First Nations peoples, we make our communities richer, more vibrant and more engaged. 

About the role

We are seeking a motivated and experienced person to fill the position of Policy and Partnership Officer - Creative Learning. As Policy and Partnership Officer – Creative Learning, you will coordinate, manage, monitor and deliver strategic grant projects and programs in CITS’ Creative Industries division and the creative learning sector. In this role you will provide support to the Industry Partnerships and Development Team to achieve these results, while providing research, advice and information to inform CITS’ policies and programs. This role works to promote strong relationships in the sector by building capacity, supporting applicants with their projects and promoting funding opportunities. Ideal candidates will bring with them:

• Experience working within the arts, culture and creative learning sector
• Demonstrated experience in project management and the delivery of strategic programs.
• Ability to research and disseminate information from a variety of stakeholders
• Candidates with sector knowledge in Culture and the Arts, Education and working with young people are strongly encouraged to apply.

We have one fixed term, full time (75hrs p/f) position available with the possibility of subsequent contracts and/or permanency.

For further job-related information, please contact Katherine Dorrington, Senior Project Officer - Creative Learning on 08 65527411 (only contact for information about the role).

What’s in it for you?

There are lots of benefits to taking up a role with CITS:

• a competitive, award-based salary with annual increments within award bands
• flexible working hours including flexible start/finish times.
• 12% superannuation contribution
• access to salary packaging arrangements
• 3 additional days of leave per year (public service holidays)
• study leave/assistance
• options to purchase additional leave
• 14 weeks paid parental leave, with additional flexibility for new parents returning to work
• leadership and professional development programs
• annual professional development planning cycles
• employee assistance and wellness programs.

Location

This role is based at 140 William Street, Perth.

How to apply for this position

Applicants are encouraged to apply online and must provide:

• A comprehensive CV
• A two A4 page (maximum) outline on your skills and knowledge in relation to the Essential Selection Criteria that are listed on the attached Job Description Form
• Contact details of two referees, with a preference of one from a current/most recent line manager

For further details on how to apply please read ‘Information for Applicants’.

Please note that all of the Essential Selection Criteria may be assessed at some stage during the selection process.

To submit your application, please click on the Apply for Job button.

Pre-employment conditions

To be eligible for appointment, applicants must be an Australian citizen, have permanent resident status in Australia or have a visa that allows you to live and work in Australia for the period of your employment contract.         
Successful applicants will be required to complete the below prior to commencement:

• A current (within 6 months) National Police Clearance Certificate will be required prior to commencement of employment.
• Pre employment Conflict of Interest form. Please see attached Conflict of Interest guide for further information.

Further information

If you have any access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, or alternative methods of communication, please contact Recruitment and Establishment on (08) 6552 7540 or recruitmentandestablishment@cits.wa.gov.au  

If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.

We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers:

TTY/voice calls: 133 677

Speak & Listen: 1300 555 727

SMS relay: 0423 677 767

To avoid last minute congestion of the system which may result in your application being received after the closing time and therefore not be eligible, please endeavour to submit your application well before the closing time as late applications will not be accepted.

This pool is for appointments to permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies. Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made as vacancies arise over the next 12 months from the initial date of appointment from this pool. Applicants found suitable for this recruitment pool may also be considered for 'similar' vacancies within CITS and the wider public sector which arise prior to the pool's closing date. 

Closing date: Monday 18 August 2025 at 4.00 pm (AWST)