Job opportunity

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 External Engagement and Events directorate is responsible for ensuring matters of State Protocol are managed effectively and efficiently, and for the provision of educational services both through schools and to the public through the Constitutional Centre of Western Australia. 

About the Role
The Project Officer within the Constitutional Branch undertakes the planning, implementation, and evaluation of community and public sector awareness and education programs delivered on the Constitution, functions of Parliament and Executive Government in WA. This includes content creation and review to meet target audience outcomes.

The Project Officer delivers presentations to a wide variety of student and adult groups and liaises and negotiates with key stakeholders in order to enhance Centre programs, and develops and maintains the Constitutional Centre online content.

The Project Officer provides senior project support including:

• The promotion of the Constitutional Centre through professional development, outreach programs, websites activities and visitor education programs; and
• The delivery of education programs to school students and adults

Please note: for this role you must hold or obtain a valid Working with Children Check before commencement of employment.

For further job related information:
For further information, please refer to the attached Job Description Form (JDF) or contact Phil Monger, People Services Consultant on (08) 6552 5743 (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 including the contact details of two referees (with at least one being your current or a recent supervisor).
• A written application demonstrating how you meet the Work Related Capabilities (Selection Criteria) as detailed in the attached JDF in no more than two (2) pages

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 8 July 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.