Principal Policy Officer

Join our team and be part of an innovative agency that values collaboration, growth and flexibility while improving the lives of Western Australians.At Finance we’re committed to delivering the best possible outcomes for our customers.We deliver a diverse range of services throughout the State including providing leadership and advice across government, building infrastructure projects such as schools, hospitals and community facilities, buying goods and services for government such as electric vehicles, pharmaceutical products or software services and we coordinate initiatives to support the Western Australian economy like administering grants and rebates.Surprising right? Our collaborative approach and commitment to innovation means we get things done.Our staff are passionate about the work we do and our values of clarity, empathy, growth and collaboration underpin everything. We are also committed to making Finance the ‘best place to work’ which means we value flexibility and diversity.We’re an equal opportunity employer and encourage gender diversity, Aboriginal people, young people, people with disability, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to join us.As part of our team, you will enjoy:

• a range of flexible work options including working from home up to 2 days per week.
• significant opportunities to develop and grow through a range of professional development, training, and on the job learning opportunities.
• generous leave entitlements including 4 weeks’ annual leave and 3 public service holidays each year. In addition, long service leave accrues every 7 years and an option to purchase additional leave each year.
• flexible workspaces at our Djookanup location in Osborne Park, where you will be able to choose the type of office space that enables you to do your best work.
• access to activity-based work hubs in the CBD, Fremantle and Joondalup.

About The Role:The Principal Policy Officer is responsible for supporting the General Manager, Operations through the provision of accurate, timely and consistent advice relating to a wide range of procurement, project management, maintenance and regionally specific issues, and providing coordination and support services to the Operations division. The position liaises with key stakeholders across the Department, including the Office of the Deputy Director General, Operations Executive and Customer Teams, and manages the corporate, logistical, ministerial and executive functions for the office.About You:To be successful in this role, you will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, to develop and sustain collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders. You will achieve quality outcomes, through exemplifying Finance’s values and adopting a constructive, facilitative leadership style.How to Apply:If you think you have what it takes to be a part of our dynamic and forward-thinking team, submit the following in MS word or PDF format only: * A brief CV of no more than three (3) pages outlining your skills, experience and key achievements, including the details of two referees. Please ensure at least one of the two referees nominated is a current or recent line manager.

• A covering letter of no more than one (1) page, outlining why you are interested in the role and what you will bring to the Department.

You may need to provide documentation to substantiate claims regarding any qualifications listed on your covering letter and/or CV.Virtual interviews may be used as part of this recruitment process.You will need to clearly demonstrate your alignment to the Department’s Values throughout all stages of the selection process as a pre-requisite for appointment.Please ensure you apply by the closing deadline as late and incomplete applications will not be accepted.Further Job-Related Information:Please contact Mark Bryden on 0492 192 007 for further information about the position (not to be contacted for Applicant Information Packs or assistance with lodging your application).Please refer to the Applicant Information Pack and Job Description Form for full position details as these documents will assist you with the preparation of your application.If you experience difficulties downloading these documents, please call (08) 6557 8111, select option 1 followed by option 2 or email and quote VCID02918 to obtain an Applicant Information Pack.Currently there is one (1) permanent full-time position available for filling. Whilst this selection process will initially be used to appoint to this advertised vacancy, it may also be used to appoint to similar positions that may arise in the Agency within the next twelve (12) months on a full-time, part-time, permanent or fixed-term basis with the possibility of further extension(s) and/or permanency.