Please be advised the closing date for this advert has been extended
This is a sixteen (16) month fixed term, full-time position commencing February 2025 with possible extension
The Secondary, District High Schools and Post School Pathways branch provides advice and subject matter expertise to schools, regions and the system in relation to secondary and district high school provision, and manage programs and initiatives that provide specialist and targeted services to schools with secondary school-aged students.
The Role
The Senior Project Officer plays a key role in supporting the Defence Industry School Pathways Program by driving its development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation. This includes conducting detailed research and data analysis to assess program effectiveness, identify improvement opportunities, and inform senior management through comprehensive briefings and discussion papers. Collaborating closely with stakeholders, the role ensures that program priorities align with departmental goals, delivering sustainable outcomes for teachers and students.
Success in this role requires exceptional analytical and communication skills, with a strong emphasis on preparing high-quality reports, correspondence, and responses. Building and maintaining effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders is essential, fostering collaboration across teams to achieve integrated service delivery. The Senior Project Officer will contribute to the ongoing refinement of protocols and procedures, ensuring the program continues to meet the evolving needs of schools, teachers, and students.
Professional Benefits
We are conveniently located in Padbury and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
- 11.5% employer contributed superannuation, increasing to 12% by July 2025.
- Flexible working arrangements
- Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave
- Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
- Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments)
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Lucy Halsall, Principal Consultant on (08) 6206 2039 or email lucy.halsall@education.wa.edu.au
We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people (Building Leadership Impact).
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A three (3) page statement (12-point arial font, with 2.5cm margins and appropriate paragraphing) addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:
- Demonstrated considerable knowledge and understanding of the current legislation, policies, processes and issues related to the context of the role.
- Demonstrated highly developed project management skills, with a proven ability to deliver outcomes on schedule and under tight timelines.
- Demonstrated highly developed conceptual and analytical skills, including the ability to deal effectively with change and generate innovative solutions.
- Demonstrated highly developed verbal and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to build partnerships and integrate services both within and beyond the Department.
- Demonstrated highly developed written communication and presentation skills, including experience in the preparation of reports, correspondence and briefings.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE942386
Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Tuesday, 28 January 2025
