Join our inspired, inquisitive and capable team to deliver quality outcomes for Western Australians
The Department of Finance is a unique and innovative central government agency, influencing whole-of-government policy and strategy while also delivering a range of important services for the community. Through this blend of policy development and service delivery, Finance enables government to achieve cost-effective, quality outcomes for Western Australians.
Our values-based culture speaks to the heart of who we are, reflects how we go about our business and what we expect from our people. Delivering successful outcomes through our values – inspiring and influential; passionate and committed; honest and respectful; and bold and innovative – is critical to the success of our Department.
The Department of Finance is an agile, productive, vibrant and safe workplace where people can make a real difference and advance their careers. We value diversity and foster an inclusive and collaborative work environment. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people with disability, young people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
Our employees are genuinely engaged and encouraged to think differently and work smarter. We strongly believe in work-life balance and offer a range of flexible work arrangements. We are always looking to adopt new technologies that allow our employees to deliver better outcomes for our community and workplace.
If you believe your values align and you want to be part of the future of Western Australia, there has never been a more exciting and opportune time for you to work at the Department of Finance.
About The Role:
The Communications Coordinator is responsible for coordinating, developing and implementing communications strategies, marketing, public relations and community and stakeholder engagement functions for the Department.
The position focuses largely on proactive communications, stakeholder and community engagement to support Government projects and agency business and provides strategic advice and communications support to department operational areas.
About You:
You will be a dynamic and enthusiastic communications professional. You are proactive in your approach to stakeholder engagement and sourcing accurate information from within and outside of the Department. You have strong writing skills across a range of mediums including Government reports, media releases and social media and are committed to attention to detail. You have experience in running stakeholder events and developing the associated communications. You are a team player but can also work autonomously to get things done. You are forward thinking and strategic in your approach to communications and can recommend new methods that suit the Departments audience.
How to Apply:
If you think you have what it takes to be a part of our dynamic and forward-thinking team, submit the following in MS word or PDF format only:
- Resume outlining your current and previous experience and achievements.
- Covering letter of no more than two (2) pages, demonstrating your ability to meet the essential work-related requirements of the role (outlined on page 3 on the JDF).
You may need to provide documentation to substantiate claims regarding any qualifications listed on your covering letter and/or resume.
A clear demonstration of the Department’s Values throughout the selection process is a pre-requisite for all appointments.
Please ensure you apply by the closing deadline as late and incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Further Job-Related Information:
Please contact Gemma Smith on (08) 6551 2814 for further information about the position (not to be contacted for Applicant Information Packs or assistance with lodging your application).
Please refer to the Applicant Information Pack and Job Description Form for full position details as these documents will assist you with the preparation of your application.
If you experience difficulties downloading these documents, please call (08) 6557 8111, select option 1 followed by option 2 and quote the position number 00031890 to obtain an Applicant Information Pack.
Currently there is one (1) permanent full-time available for filling. Whilst this selection process will initially be used to appoint to this advertised vacancy, it may also be used to appoint to similar positions that may arise in the Agency within the next twelve (12) months on a full-time, part-time, permanent or fixed-term basis with the possibility of further extension(s) and/or permanency.
