Job opportunity

 The Department of Communities brings together the services and functions of disability services, child protection and family support, community initiatives and regional services reform.

Communities is a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the Carers + Employers program. The program defines best practice standards by creating a carer friendly workplace, enabling staff to balance work and care, while continuing to contribute to the wellbeing of individuals, families and the community.

The Opportunity
As a Policy Support Officer within the Office for Prevention of Family and Domestic Violence you will support the development of strategies and policies which build safe, strong, secure and inclusive communities and contributes to the operation of policy teams.

Your day to day will involve working across policy development and implementation and project management. You may be responsible for (including but not limited to):

• Providing project support for the development of strategies and policies in the areas of family and domestic violence, disability services, child protection and family support, housing, homelessness, seniors and ageing, volunteering, youth, community services (including carers) or community and regional initiatives.
• Assisting with the development, implementation and monitoring of policies, strategies and frameworks.
• Supporting and contributing to the preparation of reports, briefing notes, correspondence and other written material relevant to the outputs of the division and for a wide audience including Parliament, Ministers, the Director General and Assistant Director General.
• Contributing to the operation of policy teams including project administration, project reporting, and consultations with internal and external stakeholders.

The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact  Rachael Biffen, Manager Strategic Policy and Practice on 0478 924 768 or via email at Rachael.Biffen@communities.wa.gov.au

There is currently one 1 permanent position for immediate filling.

Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for this or similar future vacancies (fixed term or permanent) that arise within the next 12 months across the Department of Communities. 

Join the Department of Communities
Apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above and below) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only:

1. A current resume/CV.
2. A two [2] page written application addressing all the Essential Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF.
3. A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable).
4. An application form (for hard copy applications only).

For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact Courtnie Hayes, A/HR Consultant via email on HRRecruitment@communities.wa.gov.au or 0466 517 569 during business hours only.

We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers:

TTY/voice calls - 133 677

Speak & Listen - 1300 555 727

SMS relay - 0423 677 767

Integrity and Honesty
The public sector is built on a strong foundation of integrity where employees act ethically, and public sector bodies promote and maintain integrity. 

In line with Communities policies, applicants may be asked for consent to undergo criminal record screening and integrity checks during the application process. For more information on these requirements, click here.  

Equity and Diversity

The Department of Communities 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 people are encouraged to apply.

If you have any access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, or alternative methods of communication, please contact Courtnie Hayes, A/HR Consultant via email on HRRecruitment@communities.wa.gov.au or 0466 517 569 during business hours only.

If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.

Lodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted.