Level 4, $95,782 - $100,526 PS CSA 2024
Position Number: DPC23039
Work Type: Permanent - Full Time
Closing Date: 2026-05-20 4:00 PM
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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 Strategic Communications Unit (SCU) provides a whole-of-government strategic communications service. The SCU develops, delivers and advises on government advertising campaigns and communications projects related to key government priorities. The SCU operates across five streams of work: campaigns (paid advertising), digital communications (web and social), internal communications and stakeholder engagement design, as well as business and governance. This unit operates in a fast-paced, flexible, and responsive environment that adapts to rapid changes whilst dealing with competing deadlines.
About the Role
Do you love turning ideas into the type of content that stops you scrolling? Have ideas to make websites more user-friendly? Or enjoy managing and growing digital channels?
We are looking for a passionate digital marketer to join our high performing and agile team within the Strategic Communications Unit (SCU).
This is a unique role in central government. Every day is different so thriving on variety and finding digital solutions to support the delivery of a number of exciting projects is a must.
Your day includes creating compelling content across web and social media, using your superpower storytelling skills to grow a vibrant online community and translate ideas into easy-to-understand content. With SEO and SEM in your toolkit, you’ll optimise our digital presence, support the build of websites and strengthen how we connect with our WA community.
Collaboration and connection are central to this role and the best part – you get to join a team that values trust, teamwork and achievement. Together you get to work with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders, as well as digital suppliers to make a difference for the Western Australian community.
If you’re driven by purpose and creativity and you take pride in producing quality content for different channels and audiences, then we’d love to hear from you.
For further job related information:
For further information, please refer to the attached Job Description Form (JDF) or contact Menuccia Tassone on (08) 6552 6089 (not to be contacted for assistance with lodging your application).
Applicants are required to submit:
- A current and detailed résumé/curriculum vitae outlining your current and previous achievements; and
- A written application in no more than two (2) pages demonstrating how your experience and capability to perform the role, in the context of the role-specific requirements and capabilities as details in the attached JDF.
Permanent appointment:
- 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 at the time of applying.
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.
Suitable applicants will be required to provide:
- Proof of identity 100-point check.
- A satisfactory National Police Certificate issued by the Western Australian Police Force that is less than two months from the date of issue.
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, Wednesday 20 May 2026
Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application as late and incomplete 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.
