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Form of work
SalaryThe Department of Communities brings together the services and functions of disability services, child protection and family support, housing, community initiatives and regional services reform.
Office of the Director General
The Office of the Director General’s (ODG) purpose is to support the Director General manage the Director General’s and Communities reputation by ensuring all information published, shared, and distributed on behalf of Communities, by the directorate is clear, consistent, accurate and done in a timely manner.
The ODG is the central contact to Communities’ five Ministerial offices and provides strategic and operational support to the Director General and a range of projects and initiatives across Communities.
Communities is a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the . The program defines best practice standards by creating a carer friendly workplace, enabling staff to balance work and care, while continuing to contribute to the wellbeing of individuals, families and the community.
Executive Support
The Executive Support team is responsible for leading all functions associated with providing support to the Director General, including executive support, management of stakeholder meetings, the Communities Leadership Team Secretariat function, Director General Correspondence, all other aspects of Director General support, and executive support to the Executive Director.
The team’s role is to support the Director General in the delivery of his executive and statutory responsibilities by managing relationships and ensuring information provided to and by the Director General is clear, consistent, accurate and timely. The team acts as a key liaison point in the coordination of input from Divisions, management of the Director General’s schedule and his attendance at meetings and events, ensuring he is fully briefed in the execution of his functions and decision making. The team also plays a key role in management and the coordination of the Director General’s and Communities Leadership Team’s engagement with staff and visits to regional and metropolitan offices.
The Opportunity
As a Executive Manager, you will be responsible for:
- Providing strategic and Executive support to the Director Executive Support, Executive Director and Director General in managing the Department's Ministerial and Director General correspondence and advice,
- Ensuring the quality and consistency of written correspondence and documentation,
- Project management and reporting, and
- Coordinating and managing across Divisional and external meetings, responses and relationships.
There is currently 1 permanent position available for immediate filling.
Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for this or similar future vacancies (fixed term or permanent) that arise within the next 12 months across the Department of Communities.
About the location
With our head office located in Fremantle, you’ll get to visit the new FOMO building which sits at the heart of the Kings Square redevelopment and forms a key component of the future revitalisation of Fremantle.
A destination of discovery, the precinct offers an eclectic mix of venues in the heart of Fremantle’s King Square. Click here to find out more: .
Benefits of Working With Us
Communities offers you career progression, variety, access to comprehensive learning and development, and great employment conditions. Some of these benefits may include:
- 4 weeks annual leave,
- 3 days additional public sector holidays,
- 15 days personal leave per annum,
- 11% superannuation, full employer contribution,
- Discount on private health insurance,
- Access to flexible working arrangements including working from home or alternate work locations for enhanced work life balance,
- 3 months long service leave for every seven years consecutive service,
- Eligibility to join the
- Study assistance,
- 14 weeks paid parental leave after 12 months continuous service,
- Comprehensive learning and development opportunities that focus on your career aspirations and,
- 5 days cultural and ceremonial leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees.
Apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above and below) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only: * A current resume/CV.
- A two [2] page written application addressing all the Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF.
- A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable).
- An application form (for hard copy applications only).
We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers:
TTY/voice calls - 133 677
Speak & Listen - 1300 555 727
SMS relay - 0423 677 767
Integrity and Honesty
The public sector is built on a strong foundation of integrity where employees act ethically, and public sector bodies promote and maintain integrity.
In line with Communities policies, applicants may be asked for consent to undergo criminal record screening and integrity checks during the application process. For more information on these requirements, click .
Equity and Diversity
The Department of Communities embraces diversity and firmly believes that the best services come from a workplace, where varied viewpoints are welcomed and encouraged every day. We are committed to creating an equitable and diverse workforce, where we encourage applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, women and youth.
If you have any access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, or alternative methods of communication, please contact Mali Kalem. If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact on 13 64 64.
Lodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted.
