Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE618292
This is a permanent full-time position commencing March 2020
The Strategic Policy and Governance Division want to recruit a highly motivated individual to fill the role of Senior Policy Analyst.
The Senior Policy Analyst will plan, undertake and review major strategic policy projects related to education to support State and National policy imperatives. The position will also provide strategic policy advice to the Minister, Corporate Executive and other agencies on these issues.
This position will also be responsible for developing and coordinating operational and high-level policies, guidelines and procedures in relation to strategic issues.
This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our division for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements:
- Substantial experience in the development of policy frameworks and governance processes and extensive knowledge of current State and National education issues, trends, policies and systems.
- Highly developed research, analytical, conceptual and problem solving skills including the ability to identify and clarify patterns and trends, process improvements and provide innovative thinking in problem solving.
- Highly developed written communication skills including extensive experience in the preparation of Ministerials, briefings, policy and complex reports.
- Highly developed oral and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to undertake high level consultations and negotiations.
- Highly developed program and project management skills including project methodology, planning, coordination, implementation and evaluation.
Further information about this position can be found in the attached job description form (JDF).
Applications will be assessed against these work related requirements of the position. The business needs of the branch may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.
The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
For further job related information:
Please contact Mark Prindiville, Manager by telephoning (08) 9264 8162 or emailing Mark.Prindiville@education.wa.edu.au
Application Instructions
All applications are submitted online. Select “Apply for Job”, at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.
Your application should include:
- A two (2) page statement addressing the Work Related Requirements 1, 3 and 5, in context of the role and business needs of the branch
- A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- The contact details for two (2) work related referees (one being your current line manager)
It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting “Apply for Job”.
You are asked to complete an online application form and attach your documentation, please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.
After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone (08) 9264 4127.
If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.
ELIGIBILITY AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
Employees will be required to:
- provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy
- obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment
- complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement
- complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy
- complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Tuesday, 03 March 2020
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED
