We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as the Traditional Custodians of this land. We recognise the continuing connection to land, waters, culture and community of all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and recognise the strength, resilience and diversity of all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples across this land.

We are seeking expressions of interest from suitably qualified employees for a six-month fixed term opportunity as Chief Financial Officer, Level 8. The position may be filled through acting, secondment, or fixed term contract arrangements, with the possibility of extension or permanent appointment.

About the Western Australian Ombudsman

The Parliamentary Commissioner for Administrative Investigations – more commonly known as the Ombudsman:

• Protects People’s Rights: we give people a way to ensure they are heard when they feel they’ve been treated unfairly.
• Improves Services and Build Trust in Government: we can investigate how services are delivered and bring weaknesses to the attention of decision-makers. In doing so, we improve service delivery for all Western Australians.
• Prevents Harm: through death reviews, investigations and oversight of how organisations respond to allegations of child related harm, we identify opportunities to prevent deaths and strengthen the safety net around children.
• Supports Vulnerable Communities: we can focus on people who are often overlooked or disadvantaged, ensuring their voices are heard and their needs are considered.

The Ombudsman also undertakes the role of the Energy and Water Ombudsman and is the Charitable Trusts Commissioner.

Staff of the Ombudsman’s Office

The staff of the Ombudsman’s office are its key resource. The office supports professional development through education and training and flexible work arrangements may be negotiated.

Equity and Diversity

The Ombudsman’s office provides services to a diverse range of people within the Western Australian community, and is committed to creating an equitable and diverse workforce. We encourage people with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, and women and young people to apply. The office of the Ombudsman may prioritise recruitment decisions based on the Equal Opportunity Act Western Australia 1984 (EOA 1984).

The Ombudsman’s office is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for this position under Section 51 of the EOA 1984 as a measure to achieve equality and increase workforce representation of Aboriginal people.

The position is covered by the Public Sector CSA Agreement 2024 and is located in the CBD, Perth Western Australia.

This Position

The Chief Financial Officer is a key senior leadership role responsible for financial leadership and statutory oversight, agency performance reporting, governance, risk, procurement, assets, facilities and business continuity.

This is an opportunity to contribute to strategic decision-making, support organisational improvement and help ensure the Office continues to deliver accountable, sustainable and high-quality services to the Western Australian community.

As Acting Chief Financial Officer, you will lead budgeting, financial planning, accounting and statutory reporting; oversee agency performance reporting, including Key Performance Indicators; provide high-level advice to the Ombudsman, Corporate Executive and business areas; and lead the Office’s governance, risk, procurement, asset, facilities and business continuity frameworks. All key duties and selection criteria are provided in the attached Job Description Form.

Would you like to know more?

About the position:David Robinson, Deputy Ombudsman on 0407 197 339

Submitting your application: Linda Keys, Executive Support Officer on (08) 9220 7467

How to Apply

Prospective applicants should review the attached Job Description Form, which provides details of the duties and selection criteria.

Click on the ‘Apply for Job’ button at the top or bottom of this advertisement to lodge your expression of interest. Please attach:

• A brief statement of no more than two pages outlining your interest in the opportunity and the skills, experience and leadership approach you would bring to the role; and
• A current curriculum vitae, including the names and contact details of two referees.

You do not need to submit a separate statement addressing each selection criterion.

If you experience difficulties submitting your expression of interest online or downloading the attached documents, please contact Linda Keys, Executive Support Officer on (08) 9220 7467.

Security Clearance

A current, satisfactory National Police Certificate will be required prior to commencing employment.

Other Information

The successful applicant will be required to meet the qualification and professional membership requirements specified in the Job Description Form.

The opportunity may be filled through an acting, secondment or fixed-term contract arrangement.

Closing Date: Expressions of interest must be received by Friday, 23 October 2026, 1:00pm (WST).

Late applications will not be accepted.