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Talent Register for Communications Positions

The Department of Communities brings together the services and functions of disability services, child protection and family support, community initiatives and regional services reform.

Communities is a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the Carers + Employers program. The program defines best practice standards by creating a carer friendly workplace, enabling staff to balance work and care, while continuing to contribute to the wellbeing of individuals, families and the community.

About our Team

Corporate Communications works alongside business units within the Department of Communities to provide specialist communication, digital and media support to reach a wide range of stakeholders. We manage corporate and internal communications to showcase the Department’s achievements and engage our people in our Strategic Direction

Information about the Talent Register

• This Talent Register is an online portal that allows you to register your interest for short term contract opportunities (up to twelve (12) months) at the Department of Communities in a range of key positions across the Corporate Communications directorate.
• Opportunities are temporary and may be full time or part time.    
• The register is actively monitored, and applicants may be contacted if an opportunity arises suiting their skills and experience.
• Once you apply, your CV will stay on the register until 30/03/2026, after which time, you will need to reapply.
• Please be aware there is no guarantee that an offer of employment will be made while an application remains on the register.

This talent register will be used to fill a number of short-term vacancies (up to 12 months) across Corporate Communications.

Location and Benefits
These positions are based at our Walyalup Campus (Fremantle) located within Walyalup Koort. It’s a fantastic location, close to the Fremantle Markets, various cafes and eateries (click here to find out more), car parks and the Fremantle train station.

Working at an alternative Communities office location across the state may be considered for short-term opportunities.

The Department offers great benefits including:

• Access to flexible working arrangements
• 3 days additional public sector holidays
• 15 days personal leave per annum
• Free access to a confidential employee assistance program for you and your family, which includes psychology and counselling services
• Achieve your fitness goals with eligibility to join the Fitness Passport program.
• Cultural Leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders Employees

The Opportunities

Business Support Officer - Level 3, $86,439 - $92,795 pa pro rata + Super - PSCSAA 2024

Provides effective and efficient business and administrative support to the Corporate Communications Branch and assists in developing and implementing communications activities, projects, and programs for the Department.

Graphic Designer - Level 4, $95,782 - $100,526 pa pro rata + Super - PSCSAA 2024

Assists with the coordination and implementation of visual Corporate Communication initiatives and projects for the Department and provides graphic design advice and support.

Communications Officer - Website Coordinator - Level 5, $105,167 - $114,938 pa pro rata + Super - PSCSAA 2024

Coordinates the development, implementation, operation and maintenance of the Department's websites and expands the use of web-related technologies.

Communications Officer - Level 5, $105,167 - $114,938 pa pro rata + Super - PSCSAA 2024

Supports the development and implementation of internal and external communication and/or corporate events and sponsorships strategies. The position also collaborates and liaises with multiple internal and external key stakeholders.

Media and Communications Officer  - Level 5, $105,167 - $114,938 pa pro rata + Super - PSCSAA 2024

Supports the development and implementation of proactive and reactive media strategies. Collaborates and liaises with multiple internal and external key stakeholders, including journalists and Ministerial offices.

Senior Communications Officer Level 6, $120,457 - $132,753 pa pro rata + Super - PSCSAA 2024

Manages the development and implementation of internal and external communications and/or corporate events and sponsorship strategies.

For further information, please click on the below JDFs.

Eligibility Requirements

You must be an Australian citizen, Permanent Resident or hold an appropriate Australian work visa to apply for a role through the register. Migration information for international applicants can be found on the Migration WA website.

How to apply

To express interest for a short-term job opportunity through the register, apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above and below) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only:

1. You need to provide us with a comprehensive CV that shows what you have been doing and reflect how you’ve acquired and used the skills outlined in the relevant role descriptions. 
2. Do not address the selection criteria. Please include the names of two referees who can comment on your relevant experience.
3. A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable)

Visit our Careers website for tips on how to apply.

For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact Michela Orsini– HR Consultant – HRRecruitment@communities.wa.gov.au

We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers:

TTY/voice calls - 133 677
Speak & Listen - 1300 555 727
SMS relay - 0423 677 767

We value diversity 

The Department of Communities embraces diversity and firmly believes that the best services come from a workplace, where varied viewpoints are welcomed and encouraged every day. We are committed to creating an equitable and diverse workforce, where we encourage applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, women and youth.

If you have any access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, or alternative methods of communication, please contact Michela Orsini.

Applicants who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.

Lodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted.