Vacancy Reference No. 750402

This is a Permanent Part-Time appointment at 45 hours per fortnight (0.6 FTE).

The role is a job-share arrangement at 0.6FTE with the possibility of becoming full-time in the future.

WA Health embraces diversity and is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service.

WA Health supports adaptable working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.

WA Health is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply. Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have valid Australian work rights. This includes visa holders. Permanent appointments may be made to individuals who hold citizenship, permanent residency, or visas that enable ongoing employment in Australia.

Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process.

Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy,



applicants found suitable for this position may be considered for other ‘similar’ vacancies within DOH and/or the wider WA public sector. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.

Position Profile: We are seeking a suitably experienced and enthusiastic person for the role of Senior Program Officer.

The Senior Program Officer will assist the Manager of the Voluntary Assisted Dying Board (VADB) Secretariat Unit to support the functions of the VADB. These functions include:

- monitoring the operation of the Voluntary Assisted Dying Act 2019, including receiving and acknowledging receipt of the forms required by the Act to be given to the VADB;
- providing advice, information and reports on matters relating to the operation of the Act to the Minister or CEO;
- referring relevant matters to other persons or bodies in accordance with the Act and the Board Charter;
- managing, reporting and analysing information, with use and disclosure of such information in accordance with the Act.

The Voluntary Assisted Dying Board (VADB) is a statutory board established under the Voluntary Assisted Dying Act 2019 (the Act)



and supported by the Department of Health.

The VADB Secretariat Unit will be responsible for providing operational support for the functions of the VADB under the Act. The position will provide operational and administrative support to the VADB.

Candidates with experience in data analysis and reporting, including the use of business intelligence tools such as Power BI, will be highly regarded.

Employee Benefits: In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):

- 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information on superannuation click here.

- Access to salary packaging arrangements
- Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
- Flexible working arrangements
- Flexible leave arrangements

For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact Alex Castle, A/Manager on 0436 649 ***.

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 2-3 pages and provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements. These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted. LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

📌 Senior Program Officer (East Perth)
🏢 WA Health
📍 East Perth