About the Division

The purpose of the Disability division (the Division) is to protect, uphold and advance the rights of people with disability living in Western Australia (WA). The Division provides sector stewardship and strategic policy advice to inform disability matters between State and Commonwealth systems and drive the development of contemporary practices and sector innovation.

The Division is also responsible for critical services, strategic projects, negotiations, and reforms across the ministerial portfolio areas of disability services. It aims to support and achieve better outcomes for all people living with disability, ensuring substantive equality for all and that everyone can participate in their communities.

The Opportunity

As a Policy Support Officer, you will support the development of strategies and policies which build safe, strong, and secure communities in the areas of disability services.

With your experience in supporting projects, you will think strategically to undertake research and analysis to assist with the development, implementation and monitoring of policies, strategies, and frameworks.

You will also be responsible for supporting and contributing to the preparation of reports, briefing notes, correspondence and other written material relevant to the Disability division for a wide audience, including Parliament, Ministers, the Director General, and the Assistant Director General.

The attached Job Description Form (JDF) attached on our website (Jobs WA) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact Michael Dombrose – Manager Strategic Policy – 0432 839 108, during business hours only.

This position will be based at the Department of Communities’ (Communities) new, purpose-built offices in Walyalup Koort, Fremantle.

Walyalup Koort is a great location close to the Fremantle Markets, various new cafes and eateries (click here to find out more) and a car park, as well as walking distance to the Fremantle train station and Bathers Beach.

In return for your skills, passion, and commitment we will offer you a challenging job, a safe and healthy working environment, and a range of benefits (subject to eligibility) including:

• Flexible working arrangements (including flexible working hours, 9-day fortnight consideration, and work from work options)
• Access to motor vehicle benefits
• Free parking
• Additional 3 Days Public Service Leave per annum
• Eligibility to join the Fitness Passport program
• 3 months long service leave for every seven years consecutive service
• 18 weeks paid parental leave
• 10 days Disability Leave
• 5 days Reproductive Health Leave
• Comprehensive learning and development opportunities that focus on your career aspirations
• 5 days cultural and ceremonial leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees
• Working for a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the Carers + Employers program

There is currently one fixed term position available for immediate filling for a period of 12 months with the possibility of extension.

Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for this or similar future vacancies (fixed term or permanent) that arise within the next 12 months across Communities.

To Apply

Join the Department of Communities

Apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above and below) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only:

1. A current resume/CV.
2. A 1-2 page written application addressing Essential Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) 1, 2 and 5 as stated on the JDF (via JobsWA).
3. A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable).
4. An application form (for hard copy applications only).

Applicants who are short listed 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 Macarena Acosta – HR Advisor – [email protected].

Lodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 11:00am will not be accepted.