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Program Manager - Innovation

  • Perth Metropolitan, Western Australia
  • Western Australia Police Force
  • Fixed Term - Full Time
  • Permanent - Full Time
  • Closing at: Aug 5 2026 - 16:00 AWST
  • Road Safety Commission
  • Road Safety Commission
  • Level 7
  • Level 7, $144,755 - $154,717 p.a. (PSCSAA 2024)
  • 1.0
  • 228086
  • Perth
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ABOUT THE ROAD SAFETY COMMISSION

The Road Safety Commission exists to make every journey safe for all Western Australians. We unite the system, bringing together government, industry and communities to act as one. We change behaviour with insight, using evidence and data to help change people’s attitudes and behaviours and are powered by the community for the community.

To find out more, see our Driving Change: Strategy and Action Plans.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Road Safety Commission is seeking a Program Manager-Innovation to lead the newly established Innovation team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the development and implementation of a comprehensive framework for funding innovative non infrastructure road safety pilots, trials, one off improvements and proof of concept initiatives that align with the Road Safety Commission’s strategic direction and the Road Safety Strategy.

We have one (1) temporary role available for immediate filling for a term of 4 years, with the possibility of extension and/or permanency. 

THE ROLE

Reporting to the Director, Data Analytics, this role fosters partnerships, ensures program governance, captures data and learnings, promotes visibility and engagement across internal and external stakeholders, and supports continuous improvement.

You will be responsible for the management of the full lifecycle of funded projects, including scoping, assessment, prioritisation, approvals and closure.

Your strong sense of governance will ensure transparency and compliance within legislative and organisational requirements.

WHAT WE OFFER

In return for your skills and commitment we offer an excellent range of benefits.

Pay and Leave

  • Employer contribution of 12% superannuation in addition to your salary. 
  • 20 days of annual leave (pro rata for part time).
  • Annual leave loading payment in December of each year.
  • 13 weeks (pro rata) paid long service leave for every seven years of consecutive service.
  • 15 days personal leave each year (pro rata for part time).
  • 3 days public service holiday.
  • 14 weeks paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service.

Flexible work options

  • A range of flexible work options including working from home and purchase of additional annual leave.

Health and well-being

  • Social Club activities.
  • Access to free Chaplaincy and Psychological services. 
  • Subsidies for eyesight testing and glasses.
  • Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family.

APPLICATION PROCESS

To apply, please submit:

  1. A comprehensive and up to date Curriculum Vitae (CV), including contact details of two (2) referees who can comment on your ability to satisfy all of the Essential Work Related Requirements (located within the position description form). Applicants should nominate at least one immediate supervisor/manager unless exceptional circumstances exist.
  2. A covering letter (2 pages maximum) addressing your project management skills in the context of the work related requirements. Please provide examples.
  3. The attached Integrity Consent Form (Not required for current WA Police Force employees)

Candidates must also read the attached Supplementary Information regarding conditions of employment including security clearance, integrity checking requirements and the WA Police Force Drug and Alcohol policy. 

During the recruitment process we provide reasonable adjustments to allow people with a disability to participate effectively.  If you have any access or communication needs to allow you to better participate in this process, please contact our Police Staff Selection and Deployment Manager Matt Davis on telephone (08) 6229 5723 or via email at matt.davis@police.wa.gov.au  

SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION

Applicants are requested to apply online. To apply online, you must have a valid email address and be ready to attach your comprehensive electronic resume, integrity check form (if required) and any additional attachments as requested in the “APPLICATION PROCESS” section of the advertisement. Please select the “APPLY FOR JOB” button at the top/bottom of this advertisement.  

Should you encounter any problems lodging your online application please contact Police Staff Selection and Deployment on (08) 6229 5772 during business hours (8am to 4pm, Monday – Friday), prior to the specified closing time.

FOR FURTHER JOB RELATED INFORMATION

Please contact Sarah Mewett, Director Data and Analytics on 0476 862 006.

EMAILED, LATE OR PRO-FORMA APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

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