This recruitment pool will run for a period of twelve (12) months and may be used to fill ongoing fixed term contracts and permanent opportunities.
Currently, there is one (1) fixed term contract available for six (6) months, with the possibility of extension for a further six (6) months and/or permanency, subject to business requirements.
Join the journey where community, culture, and change come together. Help make the impossible achievable.
About Justice
When you join the Department of Justice, you become part of a people-focused organisation, working hard to make our community a fairer and safer place to live. We offer many different employment opportunities in locations around Western Australia. You will have a chance to make a real difference to your local communities and to the lives of those you work with.
About the role
Do you have a passion to help people achieve what they believe is impossible, have a flair for community engagement, if so then an exciting opportunity for travel and adventure throughout Western Australia is waiting for you. If this sounds like you, come and join the Aboriginal Justice Unit and share in the experience, where we make a real difference to the lives of those living in remote communities.
The Project Officer is responsible for organising and coordinating the Aboriginal Justice Open Days, this encompasses the delivery of multi-agency services to Aboriginal people primarily in regional and remote Aboriginal communities. The position liaises, engages and consults with Aboriginal communities and people, government and non-government agencies, and other stakeholders to deliver and achieve outcomes. This position is responsible for supporting the analysis, development, review and implementation of a range of projects assigned to the Strategic Reform division.
Eligibility
To be eligible for appointment to permanent positions in the West Australian Public Sector you must be an Australian citizen or have permanent resident status in Australia
Benefits and opportunities
- Career pathway opportunities.
- Learning and development opportunity programs.
- Check out the attached Applicant Information Pack to find out other benefits of working for Justice.
Application process
How to apply
Please ensure you review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for further information about the requirements of the position. This information will assist you with the preparation of your application.
We require you to submit:
- Provide a comprehensive Resume / Curriculum Vitae, that clearly outlines your transferable skills, experience and highlights your key achievements.
- Please provide a response of no more than three (3) pages to the following questions listed below. Please provide examples to support your claims.
- Demonstrated ability to develop effective relationships with government and nongovernment stakeholders, and work with Aboriginal people throughout Western Australia including in regional and remote communities.
- Demonstrated project management experience, including the ability to successfully plan, organise, deliver, and report on one or more small to medium sized projects within agreed timeframes.
- Well-developed analytical skills and the ability to conduct research, including in relation to issues impacting on Aboriginal people and communities; and contribute to practical and innovative solutions to problems and/or identify business improvements.
- Well-developed ability to work effectively as part of a team, in a variety of roles to achieve team goals.
- Contact details of two (2) recent work related referees, with one (1) of them being your current Line Manager where possible.
All remaining Job Related Requirements and Role Specific Criteria listed on the JDF will be assessed at a later stage in the recruitment process.
Pool Recruitment
This pool will be open for a period of twelve (12) months from the day after the breach of standard claim period closes. Permanent, fixed term and full time appointments may be offered as vacancies arise; however, an appointment is not guaranteed.
The Department of Justice uses recruitment pools to build a bank of talent for future opportunities. Applicants found suitable in this pool, may be considered for subsequent, similar vacancies, with the Department of Justice for the duration of the pool.
Candidate Search
If required, we may choose to supplement the field of applications by conducting a Candidate Search.
For Further Job Related Information
If you would like further information regarding the vacancy please contact Dennis Hodges, Manager Aboriginal Justice on (08) 9264 6464 for a confidential discussion.
Equity and Diversity
The Department of Justice is committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, youth, people of diverse sexualities and genders, women, culturally and linguistically diverse people, and other diversity groups.
Aboriginal job seekers may contact the Aboriginal Workforce Development Team on aboriginalworkforcedevelopment@justice.wa.gov.au or call (08) 9264 1700 for culturally appropriate application advice.
Applicants with disability requiring adjustments or accessibility support at any stage of the selection process can contact the hiring manager as listed under the ‘For Further Job Related Information’ section or contact the Diversity and Inclusion team on WorkforceDiversity@justice.wa.gov.au or (08) 9264 1700 for a confidential discussion.
Submitting your application
Applicants are requested to apply online. To submit your application, click the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this advertisement.
Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.
If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone RAMS Helpdesk ramshelpdesk@bigredsky.com on 1300 733 056 for assistance.
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