Project Officer (50(D))

Your skills, passion and cultural understanding can positively impact our regional Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees and communities. Be part of a committed team and make a meaningful difference.

The Department of Communities is committed to attracting and retaining Aboriginal people as a vital part of our diverse and talented workforce. We recognise aboriginality as a genuine requirement of this position. To apply you must be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, identify as such, and be recognised by the community, in accordance with Section 50(d).

The Opportunity

As a Project Officer, you will play an integral part in a range of activities and strategies designed to support improved outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities. This will include undertaking research and analysis of information, administration and project management, stakeholder engagement, facilitation of meetings, preparation of project documentation and collaborating with other relevant programs within the Department.

In this position, you will:

• Support the Aboriginal Regional Coordinator by identifying and contributing to processes and work improvements that lead to better outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees and communities.
• Build strong relationships across Aboriginal communities and services; attending meetings with stakeholders, community, Aboriginal Elders and Respected Persons.

For more information about this exciting position, we encourage you to review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) and contact Sarah Ugle, Aboriginal Regional Coordinator, on **********@communities.wa.gov.au.

There is currently one (1) permanent position available for immediate filling.

The successful applicant or applicants assessed as suitable through this process may receive further offers of contract and/or permanent in this or similar roles.

Our Offer

Working with the Communities can be both personally and professionally rewarding whether you are working in a front-line role or a corporate role. All our staff contribute to achieving our common goals, which make a difference in the lives of vulnerable children and families in our communities.

This position is based in Karratha, offering an attractive salary and a range of other benefits including, but not limited to:

• 4 weeks annual leave, 3 days additional public sector holidays, 15 days personal leave per annum
• 14 weeks paid parental leave
• 3 months long service leave for every seven years consecutive service
• An additional week of annual leave if you are based about 26th Parallel South
• 5 days cultural and ceremonial leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees.
• An attractive and competitive salary plus, 11% superannuation, full employer contribution, which will increase progressively to 12% by 1 July 2025
• Access to flexible working arrangements including working from home or alternate work locations for enhanced work life balance
• Comprehensive learning and development opportunities that focus on your career aspirations

To find out further information about benefits in both metro and regional locations visit our benefits page more details.

Join the Department of Communities

Apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above and below) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only:

1. A current resume/CV.
2. A two (2) page written application addressing the following essential Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF:

• (Selection Criteria 2) Demonstrated project management skills, including the ability to plan, prioritise, make decisions and meet deadlines.
• (Selection Criteria 5) Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision and work cooperatively with others within a Team environment.
• (Selection Criteria 7) Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and culturally diverse family structures, and the ability to engage and build strong working relationships with a diverse range of community members.

1. A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable).
2. An application form (for hard copy applications only).

Applicants who are short listed will be assessed on all the Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) during the selection process.