This is a eight (8) month fixed term, full-time position commencing February 2025 with possible extension and/or permanency.
The Road Safety and Drug Education branch delivers specialised prevention education to keep children and young people safe. The programs are designed to contribute to the reduction of road related injuries and harm from alcohol and other drug use. Its education strategies and resources are designed to build the capacity of teachers and schools to implement evidence-based school alcohol and other drug and road safety education programs.
The Role
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Project Coordinator to lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of our branch projects. This role is integral to achieving our organisational objectives, including resource management, website and digital development, community product development, and promotional activities, all in alignment with Department policies and guidelines.
The successful candidate will conduct research and formulate recommendations to support evidence-based project planning and decision-making. They will develop high-quality road safety and drug education resources and provide expert advice and information to key stakeholders. This support will ensure project delivery aligns with established plans, budgets, timeframes, policy objectives, and Department priorities. Additionally, the Senior Project Coordinator will collaborate across Statewide Services and maintain stakeholder relationships through effective communication, negotiation, and issues management.
The ideal candidate will possess strong project coordination skills, experience in research and evidence-based project planning, excellent strategic communication and negotiation abilities, and the capability to manage multiple stakeholders and maintain effective relationships.
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 are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance including; working from home or remote, flexible working hours and part-time 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 Chris Sheridan, Principal Consultant on (08) 6206 2004 or by emailing christopher.sheridan@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.
- obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check
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 two (2) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:
- Demonstrated substantial knowledge of and experience in formulating, implementing and evaluating integrated projects and strategies for a large service organisation.
- Demonstrated highly developed strategic leadership and planning skills, including experience in project, event and budget management to deliver effective outcomes.
- Demonstrated highly developed skills and substantial experience in writing communications for a range of purposes and audiences (both print and digital).
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: DOE938160
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 Friday, 17 January 2025
