Talent Register - Ministerial Liaison Unit Opportunities Level 3-7

Division: Office of the Director General Position No: Pool Ref COM29024 Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time Closing Date: 2025-05-09 4:00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD) 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.
About our Team Working in the Office of the Director General in the Ministerial Liaison Unit, you will provide strategic support to the Department's ministerial offices, conduct critical analysis and review information, and regularly liaise with staff all across the Department and in ministerial offices on a range of complex and diverse matters that may be related to the ministerial portfolios the Department supports including: Early Childhood Education, Child Protection, Prevention of Family & Domestic Violence, Community Services, Women's Interests, Disability Services, Seniors & Ageing, Volunteering, Youth, Housing and Homelessness.
Are you the person we are looking for? We are looking for people who work well in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, have lateral thinking skills, and enjoy problem solving.
You will be a team player, have strong organisational and communication skills, and the ability to identify and prioritise tasks in a high work volume environment.
You will be able to confidently liaise with a broad range of stakeholders to achieve positive outcomes.
We welcome and value diverse work experience.
Information about the Talent Register This Talent Register is an online portal that allows you to register your interest for short term contract opportunities (up to 12 months) at the Department of Communities in a range of key positions across the Ministerial Liaison Unit within the Office of the Director General division.
Opportunities are temporary and may be offered on a full time or part time basis.
The register is actively monitored, and applicants may be contacted if an opportunity arises suiting their skills and experience.
Once you apply, your CV will stay on the register until 09/05/2025 , after which time, you will need to re-apply.
Please be aware that there is no guarantee that an offer of employment will be made while an application remains on the register.
This talent register will be used to fill a number of short-term vacancies (up to 12 months) across the Ministerial Liaison Unit.
Location and Benefits These positions are based at our Walyalup Campus (Fremantle) located within Walyalup Koort.
It's a fantastic location, close to the Fremantle Markets, various cafes and eateries, car parks and the Fremantle train station.
Working at an alternative Communities office location across the state may be considered for short-term opportunities.
The Department offers great benefits including: Competitive salary plus super Access to flexible working arrangements 4 weeks annual leave 3 days additional public sector holidays 15 days personal leave per annum 11.5% superannuation, full employer contribution Free access to a confidential employee assistance program for you and your family, which includes psychology and counselling services Achieve your fitness goals with eligibility to join the Fitness Passport program.
Cultural Leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders Employees The Opportunities Ministerial Support Officer - Level 3 - $79,156 - $84,977 pa pro rata In this role you will provide administrative support associated with the management of ministerial, parliamentary, and executive enquiries, and will assist the Director and Ministerial and Parliamentary Services Manager with day-to-day operations.
Ministerial Liaison Officer - Level 5 - $96,307 - $105,254 pa pro rata In this role you will be responsible for the coordination and preparation of briefings, correspondence, and advice in response to Ministerial correspondence, Parliamentary issues, Cabinet matters, and other requests from the Ministers' Offices affecting their area of specialty and focus.
Senior Ministerial Liaison Officer - Level 6 - $110,309 - $121,569 pa pro rata In this role you will be providing support to the Manager Ministerial and Parliamentary Services by preparing briefings, correspondence, and advice in response to Ministerial correspondence, Parliamentary issues, Cabinet matters, and other requests from the Ministers' Offices affecting their area of specialty and focus.
Ministerial and Parliamentary Services Manager - Level 7 - $128,077 - $136,891 pa pro rata In this role you will be directly responsible for ensuring that advice and information prepared and provided to the respective Minister is responsive, and of high quality while maintaining effective relationships across the Ministerial Office and the Department.
For further information, please click on the JDFs for the corresponding roles at the bottom of this page.
The attached Job Description Forms (JDF) provide more information about the positions.
How to apply To express your interest for a short-term job opportunity through the register, apply online by clicking the ' Apply for Job ' button and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only: A comprehensive resume/CV that shows what you have been doing and reflect how you've acquired and used the skills outlined in the attached JDF (for the level/s you are applying for).
Please include the names of two [2] referees who can comment on your relevant experience.
Do not address the criteria in the JDF.
You will be asked to select the level/s you are applying for as part of the online application.
Applicants who are shortlisted 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 Tara Anderson – HR Consultant – ****** 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.
Equity and Diversity The Department of Communities embraces diversity and firmly believes that the best services come from a workplace, where varied viewpoints are welcomed and encouraged every day.
We are committed to creating an equitable and diverse workforce, where we encourage applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, women and youth.
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 Tara Anderson.
Applicants 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.
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