Senior Project Officer

The Department of Communities brings together the services and functions of disability services, child protection and family support, housing, community initiatives and regional services reform.

Communities is a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the Carers + Employers program. 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.

The Opportunity As Senior Project Officer you will be responsible for contributing to the design, development, analysis and evaluation of policies, undertaking complex research and analysis and providing strategic policy advice to assist in shaping the Department’s strategic direction and align with Government priorities.

The role will also be responsible for, including but not limited to:

• Supporting multiple Project/Program Managers through the provision of professional advice and coordination to support project delivery and the successful achievement of project/program outcomes.
• Setting up and managing project coordination functions to enable project delivery and contributes to planning, budgeting, resourcing, tracking, reporting, quality management and communication.
• Ensuring project management processes, project control frameworks and governance frameworks are in place and providing high level administration and support to the Project Managers and Project Boards.
• Working closely with Project/Program Managers and wider Teams to drive delivery against the plan and ensures the necessary cross-team, cross-program coordination takes place.

The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact Neila Williams, Regional Executive Director (Great Southern & Wheatbelt) on (08) 6381 15***or via email at **************@communities.wa.gov.au.

There is currently one [1] fixed term position available for immediate filling for a period of 9 months.

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

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 summary outlining the key responsibilities and achievements you have had during your career in the context of the job description and Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria).
3. A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable).
4. 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.

For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact Courtnie Hayes, HR Advisor via email on *************@communities.wa.gov.au.

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 ***

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 here.  

Equity and Diversity

The Department of Communities is committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.  As a measure to achieve equality and support, section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) will apply to this position.  Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.

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 Courtnie. If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.

Lodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted.

Attachments:
- Application Form
- FAQ sheet section 51 measures to achieve equality
- Information for Job Applicants

• JDF
• Senior Project Officer (Service Delivery)
• Generic
• L6
• August 2023.docx

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