Level 8, $144,597 to $156,598 pa, PSCSA Agreement 2022 Position Number: DPC24015, DPC10026 & DPC02029
Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time
Closing Date: 2025-01-08 4:00 PM
Attachments: - JDF - Assistant Director - Level 8 - DPC02029.pdf
- JDF - Assistant Director - Level 8 - DPC10026.pdf
- JDF - Assistant Director - Level 8 - DPC24015.pdf
There are currently two (2) permanent and one (1) fixed term position available for immediate filling for up to a period of 12 months with the possibility of extension and/or permanency. Please note that the DPC will close between 23 December 2024 and 1 January 2025.
The Department of the Premier and Cabinet 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 and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. About Us The Department of the Premier and Cabinet supports the Premier as head of the Western Australian Government. The Department is a central agency that leads the public sector in providing advice and support to the Premier and Cabinet in their service of the Western Australian Community. We foster a workplace culture based on our core values, Leadership, Connection and Impact. For more information about the Department, please visit our website.
The Aboriginal Engagement and Community Policy division consists of three directorates.
The Aboriginal Engagement directorate focuses on driving systemic change across Government to improve the economic prosperity and wellbeing of Aboriginal people and communities in Western Australia.
The Community Policy unit provides support to the Premier and Cabinet to achieve their economic, social and wellbeing objectives by leading and coordinating cross-government policy development and implementation advice on social policy matters, with a particular focus on tackling long-term issues.
The Native Title Unit provides policy direction, operational support and strategic coordination for whole-of-Government native title matters, including responses to native title claims, the negotiation of native title settlements, and the implementation of comprehensive agreements. The unit also leads the development of statewide native title policy and engagement with the native title sector.
About the Roles The Assistant Director (Closing the Gap Coordination, Aboriginal Engagement) is responsible for the high-level coordination of WA's commitments under the National Agreement on Closing the Gap. The role requires a strategic approach with an awareness of Federal-State relations. This is a permanent role.
The Assistant Director (Statewide Policy and Coordination, Aboriginal Engagement) provides high-level policy support, strategic advice, and undertakes complex research and analysis in relation to the development, coordination, implementation, and review of Government policies from a cross-portfolio perspective. This is a permanent role.
The Assistant Director (Community Policy) works across government to coordinate policy and programs of work, and to provide strategic advice and assurance to government. This is a fixed-term opportunity for up to 12 months.
To be successful in these roles you will be a strategic thinker that can influence and drive complex high-quality, evidence-based policy outcomes. You will have an awareness of the diversity of Aboriginal people and ways of working. You will draw on your extensive professional experience and use your exceptional written and verbal communication skills to establish understanding and achieve results. As a highly experienced practitioner, you will also mentor and readily share your knowledge and experience leading high-performing teams.
For further job-related information Please refer to the attached Job Description Forms (JDFs).
For further information: Prior to 23 December 2024, please contact Sarah Charbonneau, Executive Director, Community Policy, on (08) 6552 6236 After 3 January 2025, please contact Tracey Ninyette, Executive Director, Aboriginal Engagement, on (08) 6552 6094 Applicants are required to submit: A current and detailed resume/Curriculum Vitae outlining your current and previous achievements; A written application in no more than 3 pages demonstrating your experience and how you are able to perform the role in the context of the role-specific requirements and capabilities as detailed in the attached JDF. Suitable applicants will be required to provide: Proof of identity 100-point check (details will be advised after selection). A satisfactory National Police Certificate issued by the Western Australia Police. Eligibility To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed-term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments) at the time of application.
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Applications are to be received no later than 4:00 pm, Wednesday 8 January 2025. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application as late and pro-forma applications will not be accepted. Subsequent vacancies: Applicants who are found suitable in this process may be considered for similar vacancies that arise within the department, in accordance with the relevant Commissioner's Instructions.
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