Job opportunity

There is currently one (1) full-time position available for permanent appointment.

About Us

The Department of the Premier and Cabinet (DPC) supports the Premier in their role as head of the Western Australian Government. As a central agency, the Department leads the public sector by providing advice, coordination and support to the Premier and Cabinet in their service to the Western Australian community.

This role sits within the Strategic Communications Unit (SCU), which develops, delivers, and provides advice on whole-of-government communications projects aligned to key government priorities. The SCU is a multi-disciplinary team operating across five core streams of work: paid campaigns; digital communications; internal communications; stakeholder engagement; and design, as well as business and governance.

About the Role

Are you passionate about communications that truly make a difference? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your work helps inform, engage, and positively impact communities?

We’re looking for an energetic and purpose-driven Communications Officer to join our high-performing team to deliver meaningful communications to Western Australians.

This is more than just a communications role—it’s an opportunity to:

• Help shape messages that matter across government priorities
• Work on major campaigns that impact communities across WA
• Be part of a collaborative, values-driven team focused on connection and impact
• Build relationships that strengthen communication outcomes and reach
• Identify opportunities to keep messaging relevant, creative and impactful.

If you are energised from working across multiple projects and passionate about creative communications, we want to hear from you.

For further job related information:

For further information, please refer to the attached Job Description Form (JDF) or contact Silvia Costa on (08) 6552 5617 (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 cover letter no more than two (2) pages demonstrating 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, 8 June 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.