Service Planning and Contracts is seeking two (2) motivated Principal Consultants, Service Planning and Contracts to join their friendly team.We currently have the following positions available: (1)x – Twenty-Six (26) month fixed term, full-time position.
(1)x - Nine (9) month fixed term, full-time position, with a possibility of extension.
All positions will commence ASAP.Statewide Services provides the services and supports required by schools to enable student achievement, with a focus on those students and schools that need it most.
It encompasses both school and system-facing service delivery.
While it primarily exists to support schools, it also has an important system-facing role supporting strategy and policy development.Service Delivery is the key interface with schools.
Its purpose is to plan, coordinate and deliver targeted services that support schools and regions to improve student achievement.
The Service Planning and Contracts branch is responsible for the commissioning, contract management and implementation of specific state and national strategic education programs delivered by third party providers.
Current programs include the School Breakfast Program, Follow the Dream, the Chaplaincy and Student Wellbeing Officer program, Clontarf Academies, and Engagement Program for Aboriginal girls and young women.The branch also collects and collates data and information for corporate reporting and to support evidence-based decision making within Statewide Services' Multi-Tiered System of Support model.The RoleAs the Principal Consultant, you will provide high-level professional and strategic support for the effective development, implementation and coordination of projects, programs and initiatives.
You will lead and facilitate coordinated support to regions and schools to improve student achievement and educational outcomes.The role will work in a culturally responsive manner to respectfully engage stakeholders ensuring service delivery to schools and the system.These fixed term roles will specifically focus on undertaking a number of commissioning processes.The successful applicants will ideally have well developed written communication and a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
Knowledge of, and experience in delivering, the elements of a commissioning process is highly desirable, as is knowledge of the Delivering Community Services in Partnership Policy.Professional Benefits We are located in Padbury and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:11.5% employer contributed superannuation, increasing to 12% by July 2025Free on-site parkingGenerous 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) 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 Clint May, Manager - Service Planning and Contracts on (08) 9402 6471 or 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.
obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check 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 three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this positionIn the context of the described role, a three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF: 2.
Demonstrated high-level planning and management skills with a proven ability to plan and coordinate initiatives in a complex environment.4.
Demonstrated highly developed communication and interpersonal skills to build effective relationships and networks, including experience in undertaking high-level consultations, collaborations and negotiations.5.
Demonstrated highly developed written communication skills, including extensive experience in the preparation of correspondence, reports, Ministerial communication, briefing notes and policy.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: DOE914397Applicants 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 Tuesday, 8 October 2024.Please note that Jobs WA will be unavailable from 5pm on Friday 27 September to 10pm on Sunday 29 September 2024 (AWST) due to scheduled maintenance.
Applicants will not be able to submit job applications over the maintenance period.
