This is a ten (10) month fixed term, full-time position commencing ASAP with possible extension and/or permanency The Infrastructure Strategy and Planning Directorate is responsible for the development of strategic asset plans, policies and processes within an asset planning framework, long term land planning for schools and the management of the Department's land estate.
The Directorate also provides statistical and demographic planning services and property management.The RoleThe Infrastructure Strategy and Planning Directorate is looking to recruit a skilled and committed Demographic Consultant to join their team in the Strategic Infrastructure Planning branch.The Demographics Consultant will research, collate, analyse and maintain a range of public and school related demographic data in order to provide analysis and recommendations to the Department.The successful applicant will establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders and provide and present demographic data to support school site planning for new schools and the establishment, relief, amalgamation and closure of schools in a timely and effective manner.Professional Benefits We are conveniently located in?East Perth?and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:11.5% employer contributed superannuation, increasing to 12% by July 2025.Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance including; working from home or remote, flexible working hours and part-time arrangementsGenerous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leaveProfessional development opportunities and study leave/assistanceAccess to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments)Modern end of trip facilities/changeroomsEnjoy easy access to public transport with the Claisebrook train station just a 5-minute walk away or, take advantage of the free Yellow Cat bus service that stops outside our building entrance.
Additionally, various CPP parking locations are within walking distance.
Want to know more?Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).For more information about this opportunity, please contact Yash Sanghavi, Principal Consultant on (08) 9264 5146 or emailing We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people ().Equity and DiversityWe are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community.
We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our for more details.EligibilityTo work with us, you must: be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).Application InstructionsApply online in two easy steps:Step 1: Select Apply for JobComplete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.Step 2: Attach your documentsYour application should include: A CV of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this positionA maximum of three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF: Demonstrated practical experience in generating, developing and maintaining demographic data and carrying out demographic analysis.Demonstrated practical experience using mapping applications such as MapInfo or ArcGIS and Microsoft Excel to analyse spatial and non-spatial data to support and inform decision making.Demonstrated well developed skills and experience in developing system and data requirements to support business needs and objectives.Demonstrated well developed skills and experience in achieving outcomes and delivering quality products and services consistent with Department and school needs and defined quality expectations, including timeliness.Demonstrated well developed interpersonal and verbal communication skills to undertake consultation, collaboration, negotiation and build effective relationships with key internal and external stakeholders on commercial contracting issues.Demonstrated well developed written communication skills, including experience in contributing to reports, briefing papers and responses to Senior Executive and/or Ministerial/Parliamentary requests.Demonstrated well developed analytical and conceptual skills to provide innovative solutions to complex problems.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.Your application must be received before the closing date and time.
Late applications will not be accepted.For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education's Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE925110Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months.
This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 11 November 2024.