The Department recognises Aboriginality as a genuine occupational qualification for this position under 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984.

To apply you must be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, identify as such, and be recognised by the community.

More Than Just a Job
At Communities we play a vital role in supporting and strengthening communities across Western Australia. We provide services and work with our partners to keep children safe, provide vital community services, including in emergencies, address homelessness, prevent family and domestic violence and provide stewardship for the disability sector. Our work also includes regulating early childhood education and care and leading initiatives across women’s interests, youth, seniors and ageing, carers, and volunteering.

Why Work With Us?
In return for your skills, passion, and commitment we will offer you a challenging job, a safe and healthy working environment, and a range of benefits (subject to eligibility) including:

• Flexible work options
• 5 days cultural and ceremonial leave
• District allowance in addition to salary
• Travel concessions for every two years’ service
• Additional 3 Days Public Service Leave per annum
• 3 months long service leave for every seven years consecutive service
• 18 weeks paid parental leave
• 10 days Disability Leave
• 5 days Reproductive Health Leave
• Discount on private health insurance
• Working for a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the Carers + Employers program.

Your Role. Your Impact.
Reporting to the Regional Executive Director, the Regional Coordinator for the Goldfields region (the Region) supports senior regional leaders to achieve improved outcomes for Aboriginal people and communities. With a focus on service improvement, the Regional Coordinator is responsible for:

• Providing an active link between Aboriginal communities and Departmental Service Delivery across the Region.
• Providing culturally sound advice and support to senior regional leaders on complex cultural matters.
• Undertaking project work consistent with the Department’s Regional Strategic and Operational Plans to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of services to Aboriginal Communities and people.
• Representing the Department in relevant Forums on matters affecting Aboriginal communities and people in the Region.

We believe all our people are leaders, regardless of their role. Our Leadership Expectations, outlined in Building Leadership Impact, describe the behaviours and mindsets we value. The leadership context for this position is Leading Others.

If you’d like to know more about the team or the role, connect with David Bridge, Regional Executive Director (Midwest, Gascoyne & Goldfields) on 0432 836 447 or via email to David.Bridge@communities.wa.gov.au.

For more details, please refer to the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Opportunities Available

• Current Vacancies: One (1) permanent, full time opportunity.
• Upcoming roles: Applicants will be considered for this vacancy and may also be considered for similar fixed term or permanent, full-time and part-time roles at the same level and location arising from this recruitment process.

How to Apply – It’s Easy
Select “Apply for Job” and upload the following documents (Word or PDF only):

1. Your current resume/CV.
2. A written statement of up to three (3) pages addressing all Essential Work-Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF.
3. A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable).

Equity and Diversity
The Department of Communities is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting and retaining Aboriginal people as a vital part of our diverse and talented workforce.  The Department recognises Aboriginality as a genuine occupational qualification for this position under 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984. To apply you must be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, identify as such, and be recognised by the community. If you would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.

Please let us know if there are adjustments we can make to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, as well as in the workplace, by contacting HR Recruitment at HRRecruitment@communities.wa.gov.au.

Integrity and Honesty
In line with Communities policies, applicants may be asked for consent to undergo criminal record screening and integrity checks during the application process. To read more, click here.  

Need Assistance?
If you would like to discuss:

• adjustments,
• alternative formats,
• recruitment enquiries or,
• technical issues

Please contact HR Recruitment at HRRecruitment@communities.wa.gov.au. We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers.

National Relay Service:
TTY/Voice: 133 677
Speak & Listen: 1300 555 727
SMS Relay: 0423 677 767

Privacy Notice
Personal information is collected and managed in accordance with the Privacy and Responsible Information Sharing Act 2024 (PRIS Act). By submitting your application, you acknowledge the collection of your personal information. For further details on how your information is handled, please view our Privacy Policy.

Please note: This recruitment process may be closed or withdrawn at any stage. Applicants will be notified if this occurs.

Lodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted.