About the Role

A chance to lead a team like this in a place like this rarely comes along.

As Director of House Operations at Government House, you would head-up a team of events experts, communications specialists and elite hospitality staff.

And you would also be working for one of the state’s most significant public institutions – the Governor’s Establishment of Western Australia.

You will be a leader who is organised, confident, imaginative, discreet, forward-looking, creative and perceptive.

If you can see yourself becoming a pillar of the Governor’s Establishment, then this opportunity could be for you.

Job Responsibilities

Oversee the strategy, development and delivery of detailed forward programming that aligns with the Governor’s objectives

Provide strategic leadership and guidance in relation to Government House external communications

Provide strategic leadership in the delivery of bespoke events and engagements for the Governor and Governor’s Establishment

Oversee the provision and maintenance of Household Services (food, beverage, cleaning and laundry services) for Governor and Guests

Overall responsibility over the general presentation of Government House

Facilitate the management of the Governor’s program

Provide management oversite for Governor’s Establishment events, including but not limited to investitures, open day events, dignitary, diplomacy and Vice Regal events

Manage internal budgets through collaboration with the Director of Corporate Services / Chief Financial Officer

Build and maintain effective working relationships across the Governor’s Establishment and provide high-level advice as appropriate

Demonstrate a leadership and management style consistent with the standing of Government House and in line with the expectations of the Official Secretary, including complying with the Code of Conduct and all policies and procedures

Selection Criteria

Essential Work-Related Requirements

Relevant or demonstrated experience in the application of high-level events management, media and communications.

Demonstrated experience in a similar role

Demonstrated ability to manage and deliver high-level executive support services

Demonstrated ability to manage teams, motivate and guide staff

Excellent high-level communication and interpersonal skills, and an ability to consult with a wide variety of people

Maintain effective working relationships, motivating and inspiring staff to drive performance

Demonstrated planning and organisational skills and experience delivering in a complex, time-sensitive environment with multiple stakeholders

Demonstrated strategic planning capabilities

Ability to work outside office hours as required for events

Desirable Work-Related Requirements

Relevant qualification or demonstrated experience in events management, communications and media, journalism, or public relations