Department of the Premier & Cabinet WA – West Perth WA

The Department of the Premier and Cabinet supports the Premier as head of the Western Australian Government. The Department is a central agency that leads the public sector in providing advice and support to the Premier and Cabinet in their service of the Western Australian Community. We foster a workplace culture based on our core values, Leadership, Connection and Impact. For more information about the Department, please visit our website.

The Aboriginal Engagement and Native Title division leads whole-of-Government efforts to elevate the Aboriginal Affairs portfolio, advance Native Title outcomes and drive systemic change. Its focus is to improve the economic prosperity, cultural wellbeing and long‑term opportunities of Aboriginal people and communities across Western Australia.

About the Role

Assistant Director – Strategic Policy and Coordination

This role leads a team responsible for driving strategic policy reform and whole‑of‑government coordination to improve outcomes for Aboriginal people across Western Australia. Working closely with the Executive Director, you will provide high‑level policy advice on complex and sensitive issues, lead cross‑agency initiatives, and support implementation of key Government commitments, including the National Agreement on Closing the Gap and native title agreements and settlements.

This position is suited to policy leaders who thrive in complex stakeholder environments, enjoy influencing strategic direction across government, and have a solid interest in policy reform and system‑wide change.





Assistant Director – Native Title Negotiation and Advisory

This role leads a team focused on strategic native title policy, negotiation support and whole‑of‑government coordination of significant projects. Working closely with the Special Advisor Native Title, you will provide high‑level advice on complex and emerging issues, support Government priorities linked to native title and Aboriginal empowerment and help shape approaches to significant future act negotiations and related policy.

This position is suited to policy leaders who enjoy working at the intersection of government priorities, Aboriginal engagement and complex negotiations, and who are interested in delivering practical outcomes through strategic policy advice and collaboration.

For further job-related information:

For further information, please refer to the Jobs WA advert (link below)

Equity and Diversity

The Department of the Premier and Cabinet is committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. As a measure to achieve equality and support, section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) will apply to this position. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

How to Apply:

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Assistant Director - Perth Metropolitan, Western Australia, Australia

Applications are to be received no later than 4:00 pm, Monday 20 July 2026

Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application as late and incomplete applications will not be accepted .

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📌 Assistant Director (Perth)
🏢 Department of the Premier & Cabinet WA
📍 Perth