Level 6, $110,309 - $121,569 pa, PS CSA Agreement 2022
Position Number: Pool Ref AV3091
Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time
Closing Date: 2024-11-26 4:00 PM
Attachments: - JDF - Senior Policy Officer - L6 - Community Policy.docx
- JDF - Senior Policy Officer - L6 - Aboriginal Engagement.docx
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Suitable applicants from this process will be placed in a pool from which temporary and/or permanent appointments may be made. The pool will operate for a period of 12 months from the date that the recruitment breach period has been finalised.
There are currently three (3) permanent positions available for immediate filling, and one (1) 12 month fixed term position available from December 2024.
About Us:
The Department of the Premier and Cabinet supports the Premier as head of the Western Australian Government. The Department is a central agency that leads the public sector in providing advice and support to the Premier and Cabinet in their service of the Western Australian Community. We foster a workplace culture based on our core values, Leadership, Connection and Impact. For more information about the Department, please visit our website.
The Aboriginal Engagement Directorate works to build positive relationships between Aboriginal people and the WA Government to deliver mutual and lasting benefits by developing a whole-of-government Aboriginal affairs strategy focusing on engagement, leveraging economic opportunity and systems reform; shaping the State's approach and engagement with Aboriginal communities to resolve claims and leverage community defined opportunities; and partnering and building relationships with communities to deliver positive outcomes, through implementation of agreements and projects.
The Aboriginal Engagement Directorate is responsible for leading and supporting the development of key initiatives in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders that give effect to the Aboriginal Empowerment Strategy and National Agreement on Closing the Gap.
The Community Policy Unit provides advice and support to the Premier, Ministers and the Director General on matters that affect the Western Australian community, with a particular focus on tackling long term social challenges and improving outcomes for vulnerable Western Australians. The team is responsible for leading and coordinating cross-government social policy development and implementation and engages with State Government agencies, the community sector and other stakeholders to support improved wellbeing and social outcomes for all Western Australians.
About the Role
These roles provide policy support and advice and assists with research and data analysis in relation to the development, implementation and review of Government policies from a cross-portfolio perspective.
For further job-related information:
For further information on the roles please refer to the attached Job Description Forms (JDF) or contact:
- Aboriginal Engagement contact Tracey Ninyette, Executive Director on (08) 6552 6094.
- Community Policy Unit contact Ruth Brennan, Principal Policy Officer, (08) 6552 5447.
Applicants are required to submit:
- A current and detailed résumé/curriculum vitae, and
- A written application of no more than 3 pages addressing all work-related capabilities (selection criteria) as detailed in the attached JDF. Please indicate the position/s (Aboriginal Engagement and/or Community Policy) you are applying for.
Suitable applicants will be required to provide:
- Proof of identity 100-point check (details will be advised after selection), and
- A satisfactory National Police Certificate issued by the Western Australian Police Force.
Equity and Diversity
The Department of the Premier and Cabinet is committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. As a measure to achieve equality and support, section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) will apply to this position. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Eligibility
To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments) at the time of application.
How to Apply
Click ‘Apply for Job' at the bottom of this advertisement to submit your application.
If you experience technical difficulties applying online, please contact the RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056, in the first instance. For information about the process, you can contact People Services at peopleservices@dpc.wa.gov.au .
Applications are to be received no later than 4:00 pm, Tuesday, 26 November 2024
Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application as late and pro-forma applications will not be accepted.
Subsequent vacancies:
Applicants who are found suitable in this process, may be considered for similar vacancies that arise within the department, in accordance with the relevant Commissioner’s Instructions.
