Level 7, $139,860 - $149,485 PS CSA 2024
Position Number: Pool Ref AV3316
Work Type: Permanent - Full Time
Closing Date: 2026-05-01 4:00 PM
Attachments: - JDF - Executive Manager - Level 7
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Suitable applicants from this process will be placed in a pool from which temporary and/or permanent appointments may be made. The pool will operate for a period of 12-months from the date that the recruitment breach period has been finalised.
There is currently one (1) permanent position available for immediate filling.
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 State Services Division delivers essential corporate and enabling functions throughout the Department, ensuring effective and responsible operations in accordance with public sector and legislative requirements, and supporting the achievement of Government priorities.
About the Role
As Executive Manager, you will provide project and program management expertise and support the Assistant Director General to deliver divisional outcomes. You will provide advice and critical analysis, manage and resolve identified issues, coordinate activities across the division, and ensure the quality, consistency and timely delivery of written correspondence and documentation.
What we’re looking for
This role suits a highly capable leader with strong planning and organisation, and stakeholder management skills, who can provide high-quality advice in a complex environment. You will demonstrate:
- Strategic focus, high-level research and critical analysis skills; ability to evaluate solutions to complex issues and contribute to policy/strategy.
- Strong organisational and prioritisation skills; able to work to tight deadlines; monitors progress and adjusts plans to deliver outcomes.
- Proven ability to build and sustain networks with senior internal and external stakeholders; responsive, collaborative and keeps others informed.
- Provides impartial, constructive advice; acts with integrity and in line with public sector values and codes of conduct.
- Highly developed written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to negotiate and liaise at senior levels; prepares clear, high-quality briefs and reports.
For further job related information
For further information, please refer to the attached Job Description Form (JDF) or contact Sonja O’Leary, Assistant Director General (State Services) on (08) 6552 6780 (not to be contacted for assistance with lodging your application).
Applicants are required to submit:
- A comprehensive CV detailing qualifications, skills, experiences and key achievements and including the contact details of two referees (with at least one being your current or a recent supervisor), and
- A written application of no more than three (3) pages demonstrating how you meet the Work Related Capabilities (Selection Criteria) as detailed in the attached JDF .
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.
Equity and Diversity
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.
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 4:00 pm, Friday 1 May, 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.
