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SalaryFixed term full-time commencing approximately from 11 April 2024 to 8 April 2025 with the possibility of a further temporary appointment and/or permanency.The Department
At the Department of Training and Workforce Development we support Western Australia’s training system to develop the skills and capabilities needed to transform lives while creating strong and vibrant businesses, communities, and the economy.We’re an equal opportunity employer and encourage people with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to join us, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disability, youth, women and people of diverse sexualities and genders.Find out more about our work by visiting our website .The Role
The Principal Policy Consultant leads and manages the development and evaluation of strategic policy and programs related to vocational education and training (VET) in Western Australia. The position is responsible for research and analysis, planning, policy development and review. The Principal Policy Consultant uses multiple sources of data and appropriate research methodologies to identify issues and trends within the sector and develop solutions.The Principal Policy Consultant establishes effective relationships with Industry Training Councils and other stakeholders to facilitate industry input to the development of current, relevant and strategic policy advice. The position provides high-level executive support to the State Training Board (STB) to enable it to fulfil its functions under the Vocational Education and Training Act 1996 (VET Act).The STB has a key role in establishing and varying apprenticeships and traineeships in Western Australia. The Principal Policy Consultant manages this process to ensure the STB meets its obligations under the VET Act.As a measure to achieve equality under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people (24 years of age and under) and people with disability who meet the requirements of the position may be prioritised for appointment.Employee Benefits
You will have access to a range of benefits which may include:
- Flexible work arrangements including flexitime and working remotely;
- Flexible leave arrangements, including study leave;
- A comprehensive health and wellbeing program including Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Contact Officers;
- Career and professional development programs and opportunities; and
- Salary packaging options.
For full details of the role, eligibility requirements and what we are looking for, read the attached job description and application package.If you have any questions about the position, please contact Gordon Duffy, Principal Policy Consultant on (08) 6551 5551 orIf you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process, including alternate methods of communication, please contact Human Resources via or via (08) 6551 5071.How to apply
Applicants are required to apply online and need to submit an application consisting of:
- a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume, providing sufficient information to enable an assessment of your skills and experience relevant to this role and
- a brief covering letter not exceeding two pages, relating your skills and experience to the selection criteria as outlined in the attached Job Description Form.
The onus is on the applicant to ensure that their application is received by the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.This selection process may be used to identify suitable applicants for similar vacancies that arise within the next twelve months. The Department may conduct further search activities after the closing date, if required, to extend the field of applicants.
