Please note that an amendment to the closing date of this advertisement has been made as of 4:20pm (WST) Wednesday, 12 August ****
This is a permanent full-time position commencing ASAP
The Service Planning and Contracts branch works with external providers to deliver programs supporting the well-being and engagement of students. Programs include the School Breakfast Program, Chaplaincy and Student Wellbeing Officer services, Engagement Programs for Aboriginal Students and engagement programs for severely disengaged senior secondary students. We work with internal and external stakeholders to manage and develop contracts with providers to effectively deliver these services to schools.
The Role
The successful applicant will provide effective professional and strategic management support to the functions of Service Planning and Contracts. They will undertake research, assessment and monitoring of initiatives which have operational significance and policy implications and will also assist with the development, implementation and management of initiatives, programs, projects and strategies
This applicant will additionally support the monitoring, evaluating and refining strategies to deliver key projects and initiatives. They will provide policy and operational management advice to the Manager and Principal Consultant and they will be expected to undertake research, and prepare and quality assure briefing papers, correspondence, support documents, project budgets, reports, discussion papers and Ministerials.
They will also monitor, analyse and provide advice on branch expenditure and project budgets while additionally providing support and advice to staff on requirements, ministerial protocols, procedures, standards, and content to facilitate the provision of quality advice within deadlines.



This applicant will also collaborate and liaise with internal and external stakeholders on matters relating to identified projects and initiatives and branch activities.
Selection Criteria
Demonstrated operational planning skills including the ability to coordinate, monitor, report and contribute to strategic outcomes.
Demonstrated well developed written communication skills with considerable experience in the preparation of reports, briefings and correspondence.
Demonstrated well developed verbal communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to effectively consult and collaborate within a team environment and with stakeholders at a senior level.
Demonstrated sound understanding of and sensitivity to the strategic requirements and direction of the Government and knowledge of Western Australia's educational system, operations at a central, regional and school level.
Skilled Benefits
We are conveniently located in
Padbury
and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
12% employer contributed superannuation.
Flexible working arrangements such as working from home will be genuinely considered as they support healthy work life balance
Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave
Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments)
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).




For more information about this opportunity, please contact Virginia Everall, Principal Consultant, Service Planning and Contracts on ************** or by emailing ******
Agency Referrals:
Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at ****** during the advertising period.
We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people (Building Leadership Impact)
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan ********* for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education's Screening Unit before you start.
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close:
4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 24 August ****
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📌 Consultant - Service Planning And Contracts (Western Australia)
🏢 Department of Education, Western Australia
📍 Western Australia