Are you passionate about making a difference for Western Australia?
We want to hear from you.
About us
The Department of Treasury and Finance is at the centre of Government decision-making. As the principal economic and financial advisor, we provide leadership and strategic advice and influence to support the delivery of services and outcomes for the benefit of Western Australia.
What we do is integral to the Government’s decision-making processes about where and how to spend taxpayer’s money to ensure Western Australians have access to quality services on a financially sustainable basis.
We lead procurement and leverage our buying power to secure products and services for government, achieving value for money for WA.
We collect revenue to fund government services and administer payment of grants and subsidies to the WA community.
The work area
This role sits within the Members of Parliament Resources and Transparency (MPRT) implementation team which is part of the Economic business unit. The MPRT team is responsible for leading and supporting the implementation the recommendations of the Independent Review of Employment arrangements of Electorate Officers and broader MPRT framework for DTF.
The opportunity
Are you passionate about collaborating with a range of stakeholders to deliver real project outcomes? We are looking for a motivated, experienced principal project officer to join us and make a difference for Western Australia, through the delivery of the MPRT framework to improve the transparency and effectiveness of support provided to Members of Parliament. In this role, you will:
- work closely with project leads, to lead and deliver the MPRT framework project. This will involve and leading, advising on and supporting the scoping, planning, management and evaluation of project work packages and initiatives;
- collaborate with internal business units across DTF and external stakeholders across the public sector, applying effective negotiation and engagement strategies to drive project outcomes;
- support coordinated, whole-of-department approaches to strategic initiatives and organisational priorities; and
- play a leading role in developing and implementing comprehensive project compliance, risk management and governance strategies.
We currently have one (1) fixed term full-time position available for immediate commencement within the MPRT Team for the period up to 30 June 2027.
Find out more
If you’d like to have a chat about the role please contact Felix Hudson, Assistant Director, via [email protected] or 0402 594 292.
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How to apply
Read the Applicant Information Pack, Role Statement and the Capability Framework attached.
- Complete the online application form and submit (in Word or PDF format):
- a comprehensive CV (in Word or PDF) tailored to this opportunity and providing the panel with an overview of your skills and experience relevant to this role, ensuring you include past key achievements and deliverables;
- a maximum three-page written cover letter addressing the Essential Role-Specific Requirements (ERSR) 1 and 2, highlighting your experience, skills and capabilities as they relate to the role - please draw upon the attached position Role Statement and the Capability Framework.
- provide the name and contact details of two (2) referees, with one being your current line Manager or Supervisor.
Please allow sufficient time to submit your application as we are unable to consider late or incomplete applications. For information about the process or lodging your application online, please contact [email protected].
Subsequent Vacancies
This process may be used to fill similar permanent or fixed-term (full time/part time) vacancies that may arise within Treasury and Finance across the WA public sector for up to 12 months. Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy, may be considered for subsequent similar vacancies in the Department of Treasury and Finance, in accordance with Part 2 of the Commissioner’s Instructions No. 39: Interim Arrangements to Fill Public Sector Vacancies.
