EXTENDED CLOSING DATE: MONDAY 7 NOVEMBER 2022, 4PM
Senior Project Officer
Level 6 | Full time – Permanent
- Work closely with Noongar people and Corporations in the South West Region to deliver on Noongar land and economic development aspirations and outcomes
- Immerse yourself in delivering Noongar economic development outcomes with a specific focus on sustainable land and sea opportunities such as carbon farming, bushfoods and regenerative agriculture
- Work with Noongar people and across government to develop and implement initiatives under the Noongar Economic Participation Framework and support the economic and cultural activation of the Noongar Land Estate.
- Be involved in delivering and reporting on Commitments under the National Closing the Gap initiative
What will your typical day look like?
This is an exciting opportunity to work with DPIRD’s dynamic and state-wide Aboriginal Economic Development team. You will work closely with the six Noongar Regional Corporations, the South West Aboriginal Land and Sea Council (SWALSC) and across government to support the development and implementation of Noongar land and economic initiatives.
The Senior Project officer will work with Noongar people and key stakeholders to promote and support land and sea enterprises in emerging industries such as carbon farming, bush foods and regenerative agriculture. Days will be varied and engaging involving travel across regional Western Australia to engage with stakeholders and implement activities. Work will include creating and maintaining strong stakeholder relations with Aboriginal, government and industry organisations, developing and managing projects, reporting on obligations and contributing to State and Federal policy frameworks.
We currently have a permanent full-time position available for immediate filling with the vacancy location open for flexibility and consideration. The locations available for this vacancy include Perth Metropolitan Area, Peel Region, South West Region, Great Southern Region and Wheatbelt Region.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.
For further key responsibilities refer to the attached JDF.
Enough about us, let’s talk about you
You will have demonstrated knowledge and experience working closely with Aboriginal people and be experienced in project, financial and contract management. You will have strong stakeholder management and communication skills with the ability to provide strategic advice, deliver project reporting and prepare high level correspondence such as Ministerial Briefing Notes. Ideally, you will have knowledge in land management and associated State and Federal land programs.
For all essential criteria, please see the attached JDF.
Why DPIRD?
At DPIRD we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and is an equal opportunity employer. We value and strongly encourage people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people, women and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply for positions within our agency.
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- A resume of no more than three (3) pages including details of two (2) referees
- A cover letter of no more than two (2) pages in length demonstrating how your skills, knowledge and experience relate to the following Essential Work Related Requirements.
- Work Related Requirement 1: Demonstrated experience in complex project management, including the ability to deliver agreed outcomes within specified timeframes
- Work Related Requirement 2: Build effective relationships: Highly developed interpersonal and negotiation skills and the ability to develop and maintain productive working relationships.
- Work Related Requirement 4: Think strategically: Well-developed conceptual, analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to provide strategic solutions to project management problems.
It is recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information. Please note that all of the Work-Related Requirements will be assessed at some stage during the selection process.
Need further information?
We’d love to hear from you!
To have a confidential discussion, contact Daisy Goodwin Project Manager Native Title via email daisy.goodwin@dpird.wa.gov.au or on 0459 867 908 (during business hours).
Am I eligible to apply?
To be eligible for a permanent appointment to the Western Australian public sector you must be an Australian citizen or have permanent residency status in Australia. To be eligible for a fixed term or a casual appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period as part of your application.
You will be required to provide a current National Police Certificate (police clearance) before commencing employment. If not currently held, this must be acquired prior to commencement at applicant’s expense.
Special Requirements for this position:
- An acceptable National Police Certificate (police clearance) is required. If not currently held, must be acquired prior to commencement at applicant’s expense
- Occasional travel to and from metropolitan and regional offices may be required.
- The contract of employment specifies terms and conditions relating to this position.
This process may be used to fill other similar vacancies and in other regional locations throughout the department. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position, the panel may select another suitable applicant from this selection process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from approval of the initial recruitment decision.
The recruitment process may include online written assessments, psychometric, cognitive or other testing, job related tasks, video or live stream interviews, documentation and reference checks or other assessment methodologies as required. Applicants will be advised of this where necessary.
Please ensure you have plenty of time to submit your application to allow for unanticipated problems, as late and proforma applications will not be accepted. (Please note: Online lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted)
CLOSING DATE: Monday 7 November 2022 at 4:00 PM WST.
