Management (Accounting)
Government - State (Government & Defence)
Full time
Are you passionate about helping to drive the reconciliation journey within the Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage? This exciting opportunity to join the Department for a three-year fixed-term contract has arisen based on the success of our Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). We're looking for a Project Coordinator to support the Department's RAP Working Group in continuing to deliver our Innovate RAP and assist in the development of our future RAP.
In the role of Project Coordinator, you will work closely with the RAP Working Group Chair and implementation teams to roll-out this important program of work. You will build strong relationships working with relevant teams from across the Department, and with external stakeholders, to help deliver the RAP actions and undertake initiatives that continue to demonstrate the Department's commitment to reconciliation. You'll also be responsible for ensuring the RAP actions are delivered on time and that we meet our reporting obligations to the Corporate Executive and Reconciliation Australia.
Experience in project coordination is an essential part of this role as you will be required to provide leadership and contribute to the development and implementation of the frameworks required to support the successful delivery of our current RAP and the development of the future RAP. Your project coordination skills will also assist with the delivery and implementation of the Department's Multicultural Action Plan and Disability and Inclusion Action Plan.
People who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander are encouraged to apply.
Core leadership behaviours outlined in Leadership Expectations are applicable to this role and should be demonstrated in the context of Leading Others. Leading Others context is about motivating and enabling others to deliver high quality work that contributes to the Department. The expected behaviours may be assessed during the recruitment and selection process.
We have a comprehensive Applicant Information Pack to provide information about us, the values of the department and practical guidance on the process for you.
Benefits of Working at DPLH The Department offers a broad range of benefits including but not limited to:
Access to flexible working arrangements including working from home or alternate work locations for enhanced work life balance. 11% superannuation, full employer contribution and salary packaging options Comprehensive learning and professional development opportunities. 4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading paid as additional pay every December 3 days additional public sector holidays each year Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff Leave for study, bereavement, foster caring and parenting Free access to a confidential employee assistance program (EAP) for you and your family, which includes psychology and counselling services. How to apply: All applications are submitted online. Select 'Apply for Job', located at either top or bottom of the screen, and submit a copy of your current and comprehensive CV resume and a brief statement, telling us in a one page cover letter:
· how you will successfully support the RAP Working Group to deliver the current Innovate RAP; and
· what personal values, skills and attributes you have that will contribute to the development of the Department's future RAPs.
Applications are to be submitted no later than 4.00pm on Monday 4 November 2024. Late applications will not be accepted.
Further Information: If you would like to know more, please give Stephanie Dubois a call on (08) 6551 9619 or email to discuss the role in further detail. Please do not send your application to Stephanie or seek her assistance with lodging your application.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants – If you would like to have a confidential discussion with Harley Coyne, our Aboriginal Employment Manager, about the recruitment process please contact him on 0427 272 913 or email
The Department is an equal opportunity employer and as a measure to achieve equality under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people (24 years of age and under) and people with disability who meet the requirements of the position, may be prioritised for appointment.
Accessibility: If you have any communication or access needs that require adjustment to allow you to participate in this recruitment process, please contact our HR Services team on (08) 6551 9419 or email
Special Requirements for this position: The Department will conduct National Police Clearances for applicants successful to this recruitment process.
To be eligible for a permanent appointment to the Western Australian public sector it is essential that you are an Australian citizen or have permanent residency status in Australia. To be eligible for a fixed term appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract.
Please ensure you have saved your documents in MS Word (.docx files only) or PDF format and have allowed plenty of time to submit your application, as late, emailed and proforma applications will not be accepted. Closing Date – Monday 4 November 2024 @ 4:00pm
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