We currently have 2x permanent full-time positions commencing November 2026

The Organisational Design, Development and Planning directorate provides:

• leadership, planning and implementation of key human resource strategies, initiatives and projects, including equity and diversity initiatives
• advice, guidance and support on organisational design and development to enable sustainable organisational capability and performance
• workforce planning and human resource data analytics, intelligence and reporting to support decision-making by Department staff.

The Role

The successful applicant will assist with the development, implementation, coordination and evaluation of strategic capability development programs, projects and initiatives, they will monitor, evaluate and continuously improve strategic capability development programs, projects and initiatives, and strategies. They will also assist in developing, implementing, reviewing and modifying policies, procedures and practices relating to organisational capability.

This applicant will contribute to the preparation and presentation of reports, including the analysis and interpretation of relevant data, project budgets, briefing papers and correspondence. They will develop, maintain and manipulate databases, spreadsheets and systems that support projects and initiatives.

This applicant will also collaborate and liaise with internal and external stakeholders on matters relating to organisational capability development, including the Public Sector Commission (PSC) Skills Academy initiative. They will be expected to work in a culturally responsive and context specific manner to productively and respectfully engage stakeholders. They will work within teams and across business units to ensure integrated service delivery to schools and the system.

Professional Benefits

We are conveniently located in East Perth and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include: 

• 12% employer contributed superannuation.
• Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance including; working from home or remote, flexible working hours and part-time arrangements
• Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave
• Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
• Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments)
• Enjoy easy access to public transport with the Claisebrook train station just a 5-minute walk away or, take advantage of the free Yellow Cat bus service that stops outside our building entrance. Additionally, various CPP parking locations are within walking distance.

Want to know more?

Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Laura Davis, Manager, Organisational Development on (08) 9264 5040 or by emailing laura.davis@education.wa.edu.au

Agency Referrals: Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at centralservices.recruitment@education.wa.edu.au during the advertising period. 

We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people (Building Leadership Impact).

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility

To work with us, you must: 

• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.

More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Application Instructions

Apply online in two easy steps:

Step 1: Select Apply for Job

Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.

Step 2: Attach your documents

Your application should include: 

• A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• A two (2) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF

In your statement, please provide examples that demonstrate your relevant skills and experience, including your individual contribution and the outcomes achieved.

1. Demonstrated well developed project management skills, including project planning, coordination, implementation and evaluation.
2. Demonstrated well developed written communication and project delivery skills and the ability to analyse and interpret data and prepare reports.
3. Demonstrated well developed verbal communication and interpersonal skills, including presentation skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals at all levels.
4. Demonstrated well developed conceptual and analytical skills, including the ability to identify problems and generate strategies to address them.

Please note that the panel will not assess information beyond the page limits outlined above, or additional attachments. 

It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.

Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE1067049

Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 23 November 2026