CRVCID No.
702653
We are recruiting for an
initial fixed term recruitment (12-months) with the option of
extension(s) and/or permanency.
The Strategy and Governance
Division (SGD) is responsible for the systemwide governance,
strategy, policy and planning functions of the system manager and
supports in the management and delivery of key government
priorities. It oversees and contributes to key functions for
the Department of Health (Department) and WA health system
including Sustainable Health Review Implementation,
Intergovernmental Relations, Aged Care and Community Programs,
Strategic Social Health Policy initiatives, ICT related projects,
legal, and industrial relations matters.
The Office of the Deputy
Director General provides administrative and operational support to
the Deputy Director General and facilitates Ministerial and
Departmental matters to, and on behalf of the Division.
WA Health is committed to
eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our
service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications
from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from
culturally diverse backgrounds and people with
disabilities.
WA Health supports flexible
working practices within the context of a quality health service.
WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all
buildings, grounds and vehicles.
WA
Health is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part
of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to
achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984
applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to
apply.
Position
Profile: We are seeking to appoint a suitably experienced
Principal Program Officer to join the Office of the Deputy Director
General (ODDG), SGD team.
In this role, you
will:
- Work as
part of a small team to ensure the efficient daily operations
of the ODDG. You will help ensure that all communications and
correspondence delivered through the ODDG are of high
quality.
- Undertake a strategic
coordination role on behalf of the division in response to
requests from the Minister for Health, Minister for Aged Care
and Seniors, and the Director General – and provide
advice and support to the Executive team and Division in these
matters.
- Have a
Ministerial focus – including drafting, reviewing and
coordinating papers, submissions, briefings, and Ministerial
correspondence.
- Be
proactive and employ initiative to anticipate needs and
challenges, take ownership of tasks with minimal supervision
and provide effective solutions.
- Build
and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders,
working consultatively and fostering a collaborative approach
across SGD, the Department of Health and WA health system more
widely to facilitate delivery of quality outcomes coordinate
divisional reporting to ensure the key objectives of the
division and Department of Health continue to be
met.
- Contribute to
operational and business planning for the ODDG, and identify
opportunities to improve Divisional administrative processes,
and play a leading role in their development and
implementation.
- Provide
support to the Deputy Director General as required, including
coordination and preparation of correspondence and
presentations, and undertaking research and projects as
requested by the Deputy Director General.
Eligibility to
Apply: To be eligible for
appointment, applicants must have a valid workingvisa (for fixed
term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident,
or have avisa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for
permanent appointments).
Other
Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust
and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to
undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part
of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment
on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical
behaviour.
Whilst this selection
process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may
also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the
health service. In addition to this, should the successful
applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next
most suitable applicant may also be selected from this
process.
Both options remain valid
for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised
delegate endorses the recruitment decision.
Employee
Benefits: In addition to the great salary our
employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in
line with operational requirements):
- 12%
employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice.
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- Access
to salary packaging arrangements
- Professional Development
Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
- Flexible
working arrangements
- Flexible
leave arrangements
Selection
Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description
Form.
For Further Job
Related Information: We encourage you to contact Sam
Garside on (08) 9222 2185. If you experience difficulties while
applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for
immediate assistance during business hours.
Application
Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply
online (www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au).
Applicants are
advised to write a statement addressing the essential selection
criteria in no more than 2-3 pages and provide a detailed
curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you are
able to meet the position
requirements. Your submission should
consider the advertised position profile and duties of the
position.
These documents should be
complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please
ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application
process as you will be required to answer various questions and
attach your documentation.
Lodgement is system
generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be
accepted.
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE
CONSIDERED.
