The Department of Communities brings together the services and functions of disability services, child protection and family support, community initiatives and regional services reform.
Communities is a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the Carers + Employers program. The program defines best practice standards by creating a carer friendly workplace, enabling staff to balance work and care, while continuing to contribute to the wellbeing of individuals, families and the community.
The Opportunity
As a Project Manager, you will undertake the strategic and operational management of one or more of the Divisions Priority Initiatives, through leadership of business improvement and transformational programs. At the local, state and national level, you will be responsible for developing strategic stakeholder engagement and collaboration strategies and relationships that support pathways to individual, family and community wellbeing.
There is one permanent position available for immediate filling. The position will lead the development, integration and implementation of models used to inform the cost and demand for Child Protection and Family Support related services. Stakeholders include Communities’ service delivery executive, People & Culture, Finance and Data Office subject matter experts as well as the State Government’s Department of Treasury and Finance. High level interpersonal communication skills demonstrating the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at a strategic level is key to this role.
The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact Kim Cook, Executive Director - CP&FS Priority Initiatives on 0422 959 676 or email [email protected]
The successful applicant or applicants assessed as suitable through this process may receive further offers of contract employment and/or offers of permanent employment in this or similar roles.
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:
- A current comprehensive resume/CV.
- A three [3] page written application addressing Essential Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) 1, 2, 3 and 4, (as stated in the JDF) in the context of this project.
- A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable).
- 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 Joyce Briggs, A/HR Consultant on 0478 264 755 AND email [email protected]
We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers:
TTY/voice calls - 133 677
Speak & Listen - 1300 555 727
SMS relay - 0423 677 767
Integrity and Honesty
The public sector is built on a strong foundation of integrity where employees act ethically, and public sector bodies promote and maintain integrity.
In line with Communities policies, applicants may be asked for consent to undergo criminal record screening and integrity checks during the application process. For more information on these requirements, click here.
Equity and Diversity
Communities welcome applications from people from a diverse range of backgrounds and lived experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disability, people with diverse sexualities and genders, youth, women, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Please let us know if there are adjustments we can make to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, as well as in the workplace. Please contact contact Joyce Briggs, A/HR Consultant at [email protected] and via phone 0478 264 755.
If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.
Lodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted.
Attachments:
- JDF - Project Manager (CPFS PI) - Level 8
