Permanent Appointment 

The Department
At the Department of Training and Workforce Development we support Western Australia’s training system to develop the skills and capabilities needed to transform lives while creating strong and vibrant businesses, communities, and the economy.

We’re an equal opportunity employer and encourage people with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to join us, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disability, youth, women and people of diverse sexualities and genders.

Find out more about our work by visiting our website www.wa.gov.au/dtwd 

Leadership for All
Critical to our success in delivering value for the future of Western Australians is the leadership capability of our people. We believe that everyone is a leader, regardless of their role and we are committed to advancing our collective leadership impact by adopting the behaviours and mindsets in Leadership Expectations. 

The Role
The Communications and Marketing Coordinator leads the development, implementation and evaluation of marketing strategies for the Department and vocational education and training sector policies and initiatives. This position is responsible for overseeing and executing significant advertising campaigns and managing the procurement contracts, budget and delivery timeline associated with each campaign. The position sources, writes and assists in the production of content for a range of channels and audiences, and builds collaborative relationships across a broad range of internal and external stakeholders.  

The Communications and Marketing Coordinator plays a critical role in delivering high-profile statewide marketing and communication initiatives that support Western Australia's vocational education and training sector.

The position is responsible for coordinating major campaigns, including the “You can make it here” TAFE campaign, developing engaging content across multiple channels, and providing strategic marketing advice and support to WA TAFEs to ensure a cohesive whole-of-sector approach. Working closely with internal and external stakeholders, the role contributes to increasing awareness, engagement and participation in training opportunities across the State.

As a measure to achieve equality under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people (24 years of age and under) and people with disability who meet the requirements of the position may be prioritised for appointment.

Employee Benefits
You will have access to a range of benefits which may include:

• Flexible work arrangements including flexitime and working remotely;
• Flexible leave arrangements, including study leave;
• A comprehensive health and wellbeing program including Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Contact Officers;
• Career and professional development programs and opportunities; and Salary packaging options. 

Want to know more?
For full details of the role, eligibility requirements and what we are looking for, read the attached job description and application package. 

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Amber Gorrie, Director Communications on (08) 6551 5196 or Amber.Gorrie@dtwd.wa.gov.au.

If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process, including alternate methods of communication, please contact Human Resources via dtwdhr@dtwd.wa.gov.au or via (08) 6551 5071.

How to apply
Applicants are required to apply online and need to submit an application consisting of:

• a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume, providing sufficient information to enable an assessment of your skills and experience relevant to this role and
  
  
• a brief covering letter not exceeding two pages, relating your skills and experience to the selection criteria and expected leadership behaviours as outlined in the attached Job Description Form

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

If you require assistance or cannot access the attachments, please contact us on (08) 9203 3735.

Please note…
The onus is on the applicant to ensure that their application is received by the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted. 

This selection process may be used to identify suitable applicants for similar vacancies that arise within the next twelve months. The Department may conduct further search activities after the closing date, if required, to extend the field of applicants. 

Applications close Friday, 31 July 2026 at 4:00pm (WST).