Level 4 | Permanent – Full Time
The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) lead the sustainable development of Western Australia’s regions and agriculture, aquaculture, food and fisheries sectors. In everything we do, we take an approach to protect, grow and innovate WA’s economy, community and environment.
About the opportunity
The Kimberley Development Commission is seeking an enthusiastic Executive Officer that is efficient in delivering on the needs of the Commission. With a focus on administrative and secretarial support the successful applicant will have the opportunity to connect with talented stakeholder groups internal and external to the Commission and be part of an environment which is conducive to the balanced economic and social development of the Kimberley region.
There is currently one (1) permanent, full-time position available for immediate filling with the flexibility to work part-time.
Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position, therefore, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are highly encouraged to apply.
You will be providing high level research, administrative support and secretarial support to the Kimberley Development Commission’s Chief Executive Officer, Board and senior staff. This exciting opportunity will require you to liaise and develop effective relations with key stakeholders and network with other government agencies. You will maintain submissions, travel arrangements, prepare correspondence and arrange meetings on behalf of the Commissions staff and contributes to the delivery of research, policy and project work of the Kimberley Development Commission.
To be successful in this role, you will have experience in providing administrative and secretarial support at a senior executive level, including the ability to conduct research and prepare high quality written reports and briefing papers with attention to detail. The ideal candidate will demonstrate experience in being providing high level and fast-paced administrative, and executive assistance. Your high order direct communication skills will enable you to liaise directly with the Commission’s stakeholders at a senior level secretarial experience in a regional and cross cultural setting will be highly regarded.
For further information and special requirements for this role please see attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Equity and Diversity
At DPIRD we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and are an equal opportunity employer. We value and strongly encourage people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people, women and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply for positions within our agency.
How to Apply
Click the Apply button and attach the following to your application:
- A comprehensive CV that highlights your skills, experience, and achievements including details of two (2) referees.
- A cover letter of no more than two (2) pages in length demonstrating how your skills, knowledge and experience relate to this opportunity.
It is recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information. Please note you do not have to address the work-related requirements at this stage. All Work-Related Requirements will be assessed at some stage during the selection process.
Need further information?
For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Chuck Berger, Chief Executive Officer on 0427 081 424 during office hours.
If you experience technical difficulties applying online, please contact the RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 in first instance. For further information about the recruitment process please contact our Employment team on (08) 6552 1943.
Am I eligible to apply?
To be eligible for a permanent appointment to the Western Australian public sector you must be an Australian citizen or have permanent residency status in Australia. To be eligible for a fixed term or a casual appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period as part of your application.
You will be required to provide a current National Police Certificate (police clearance) before commencing employment. If not currently held, this must be acquired prior to appointment at applicant’s expense.
This process may be used to fill other same/similar fixed term, permanent, vacancies that arise in DPIRD at locations listed in this advert. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position, the panel may select another suitable applicant from this selection process. Both options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from the approval of the initial recruitment decision.
The recruitment process may include online written assessments, psychometric, cognitive or other testing, job-related tasks, video or live stream interviews, documentation and reference checks or other assessment methodologies as required. We reserve the right to supplement the field of applicants via an executive search if required.
Please ensure you have plenty of time to submit your application to allow for unanticipated problems, as late and proforma applications will not be accepted. (Please note: Online lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted)
