Project Support Officer and Assistant Project Officer
Levels 3 - 4 - $86,439 - $100,526 pa, PS CSA Agreement 2024
Position Number: DPCT4218 and DPCT4217
Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time
Closing Date: 2026-02-16 12:00 PM
Attachments: - JDF - DPCT4217 - Assistant Project Officer - Level 4.pdf
- JDF - DPCT4218 - Project Support Officer - Level 3.pdf
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There are currently two (2) fixed term positions available for immediate filling.
We are seeking talented and motivated individuals with a passion for achieving outcomes to join the WA Stolen Generations Redress Scheme (WASGRS) team.
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.
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 Stolen Generations Redress team will deliver the WASGRS, which includes facilitating individual payments to Aboriginal people who are found eligible under the Scheme. The team will work in partnership with Aboriginal stakeholder organisations to support communications, scheme roll-out and delivery.
If you enjoy the challenge of delivering against tight deadlines and working and collaborating with a small team of people, we would like to hear from you.
There are several fixed term opportunities available for up to two years in this newly established team. The positions available for immediate filling are:
- Assistant Project Officer Level 4 (DPCT4217).
- Project Support Officer Level 3 (DPCT4218).
About the Roles
As Assistant Project Officer (Level 4), you will assist with managing projects or components of the project in support of the WASGRS. You will respond to information requests and enquiries regarding the Scheme and work closely with the Project Support Officer to update and maintain records. You will be busy receiving and processing applications for the Scheme in the project Client Relationship Management (CRM) program. You will also be busy receiving and making telephone calls about individual applications to the Scheme. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, be a strong team player and demonstrate well developed interpersonal skills when engaging with external stakeholders.
As Project Support Officer (Level 3), you will work with the Assistant Project Officer to contribute to components of the project in support of the WASGRS. You will be responsible for a diverse range of tasks and activities, ranging from responding to information requests and enquiries regarding the Scheme, receiving and processing applications using the CRM program to providing broad administrative support for the Assistant Director and the wider team. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment where the use of your initiative ability to communicate effectively and take pride in your work will be highly regarded.
These are fixed-term appointments for up to 2 years with the possibility of extension. The positions are available for immediate filling.
For further job-related information
Please refer to the attached Job Description Form (JDFs).
For further information:
- Please contact Nick Duff, A/Assistant Director, Aboriginal Engagement, on (08) 6552 6698.
Please note, not to be contacted for assistance with lodging your application.
Applicants are required to submit:
- A current resume/Curriculum Vitae outlining your current and previous achievements, including the contact details of two referees (with at least one being your current or a recent supervisor; and
- A statement of no more than 2 pages indicating which position you are applying for and highlighting your experience and how you are able to perform the role in the context of the role specific requirements and capabilities as detailed in the attached JDF (if applying for both positions, address your application to the higher position).
Suitable applicants will be required to provide:
- Proof of identity 100-point check (details will be advised after selection).
- A satisfactory National Police Certificate issued by the Western Australia Police.
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 12:00 noon Monday 16 February 2026.
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.
