CRVCID. 685964

This is a Recruitment Pool for Permanent Full Time appointment(s).

WA Health embraces diversity and is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service.

WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.

WA Health is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.

Eligibility to Apply: 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).

Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process.

Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 12/10/2026.

About the Role:

Policy Officer – Position No. 00000963

The Policy Officer, Tobacco Policy contributes to the development and implementation of strategic public health policy, particularly in relation to tobacco control and chronic disease prevention. The person in this role also undertakes research and policy analyses on issues relevant to tobacco control and chronic disease prevention. They will also assist in preparation and coordination of submissions, discussion papers, reports, briefings and correspondence.

Research and Evaluation Officer – Position No. 00009570

The Research and Evaluation Officer, Strategic Policy and Performance supports and provides high-level advice regarding evaluation and research related to population and preventive health, and contributes to the development of population and preventive health policy, programs and projects.

Further information about the positions can be found in the attached job description forms (JDF).

Employee Benefits: In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):

• 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information click here.
• Access to salary packaging arrangements
• Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
• Flexible working arrangements
• Flexible leave arrangements

Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form

For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact Dishan Weerasooriya, Principal Policy Officer, Population and Preventive Health Directorate, Public and Aboriginal Health Division, at [email protected] or on 08 6373 3954.

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

Application Instructions:

Applicants are requested to apply online (www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au).

You will be assessed against the selection criteria of the position/s you apply for, as outlined in the JDF/s.

In your application, please indicate which position(s) you are applying for.

For your written application please provide the following:

• Applicants are advised to write statements addressing the essential selection criteria for each position you are applying for in no more than 3 pages each, relevant to the position (or each position). If you are applying for both positions, you are advised to write separate statements for each.
• Applicants are advised to provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements. These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.

LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.