Job opportunity

Temporary (full time) appointment commencing 9 March 2026 until 4 September 2026 with the possibility of a further temporary appointment and/or permanency. 

Aboriginality is considered as a genuine occupational qualification for this position under Section 50D of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984. Therefore, this role is open only to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. 

The Department
At the Department of Training and Workforce Development we support Western Australia’s training system to develop the skills and capabilities needed to transform lives while creating strong and vibrant businesses, communities, and the economy..

Find out more about our work by visiting our website www.wa.gov.au/dtwd 

Leadership for All
Critical to our success in delivering value for the future of Western Australians is the leadership capability of our people. We believe that everyone is a leader, regardless of their role and we are committed to advancing our collective leadership impact by adopting the behaviours and mindsets in Leadership Expectations. 

The Role
The Senior Policy and Reconciliation Officer is responsible for providing high level support to the Director Aboriginal Policy, Planning and Reconciliation.

This includes contributing to the provision of advice to inform Aboriginal inclusion and reconciliation in the Vocational Education and Training sector, and to the development and implementation of the Department's Reconciliation Action Plan.

The role also requires liaising with internal and external stakeholders, undertaking research and analysis and preparing reports, Ministerials and briefing notes.

To be successful in this role you will ideally have experience in research and analysis on policy, planning and reconciliation matters relating to Aboriginal employment and training, and the preparation of reports, Ministerials and briefings as required

Employee Benefits
You will have access to a range of benefits which may include:

• Flexible work arrangements including flexitime and working remotely;
• Flexible leave arrangements, including study leave;
• A comprehensive health and wellbeing program including Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Contact Officers;
• Career and professional development programs and opportunities; and
• Salary packaging options. 

Want to know more?
For full details of the role, eligibility requirements and what we are looking for, read the attached job description and application package. 

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Lisa Derschaw-Ruru, Director Aboriginal Policy Planning and Reconciliation on (08) 6551 5481 or email Lisa.Derschaw-Ruru@dtwd.wa.gov.au

If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process, including alternate methods of communication, please contact Human Resources via dtwdhr@dtwd.wa.gov.au or via (08) 6551 5071.

How to apply
Applicants are required to apply online and need to submit an application consisting of:

• a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume, providing sufficient information to enable an assessment of your skills and experience relevant to this role and
• a brief covering letter not exceeding two pages, relating your skills and experience to the selection criteria as outlined in attached Job Description Form.

To submit your application, please click on the Apply for Job button.

If you require assistance or cannot access the attachments, please contact us on (08) 9203 3735.

Please note…
The onus is on the applicant to ensure that their application is received by the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted. 

This selection process may be used to identify suitable applicants for similar vacancies that arise within the next twelve months. The Department may conduct further search activities after the closing date, if required, to extend the field of applicants. 

Applications close Monday, 9 February 2026 at 4:00pm (WST).