The Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport (CITS) acknowledges the Aboriginal people throughout Western Australia as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands, waters, and communities in which we operate. We pay our respects to all Aboriginal people and their cultures, and to Elders past and present. About the department CITS is a diverse agency that supports all Western Australians by giving them opportunities to reach their potential and live their very best lives. Staff in our department work across the portfolios of creative industries; sport and recreation; tourism and multicultural interests. We're also responsible for supporting major events and infrastructure projects throughout WA:
We support a sustainable arts and cultural sector that facilitates social and economic wellbeing by building capacity of the sector, the provision of funding and grants, progressing infrastructure projects, providing research, policy, information and support.
We help maintain a strong and diverse sport and recreation sector by removing barriers to participation, providing funding and support for the sector through grants, infrastructure and major capital projects.
We promote and support multiculturalism, through the Office of Multicultural Interests, which strengthens communities to ensure WA is a vibrant and effective multicultural society.
We champion WA's tourism industry and promote Western Australia as an incredible destination.
We support the people of WA, including First Nations peoples, to connect to their culture and history through Aboriginal History Western Australia, and the State Records Office.
Why work with us? Our diverse organisation is supported by talented people from all walks of life and many different backgrounds who are supported to genuinely contribute to inclusivity in the workplace. If you want to work in an inspirational organisation where you have a voice and can contribute to the things that matter to you, then join our awesome team! We are proudly an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace equity. We support diversity and inclusion in the public sector because it makes us stronger as an organisation, and better able to meet our community's needs.



We strongly encourage people with disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women and youth to apply. CITS is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. For further information on CITS, visit our website. You can also keep up to date on CITS achievements and activities by following us on LinkedIn.
About Sport and Recreation
The Sport and Recreation team promotes participation and achievement in sport and recreation to support a healthy lifestyle for all Western Australians through physical activity. It provides strategic leadership and support for the sport and active recreation sectors with a focus on inclusion and accessibility. This work extends into regional areas where the team contributes to a broad range of community outcomes in partnership with state and local government agencies, regional sporting associations, peak bodies, and community clubs to support liveable regional communities.
About the role
We are looking for an organised and motivated Project Officer to support the planning, coordination and delivery of projects and initiatives within our Sport and Recreation team. In this role, you will support projects and initiatives that strengthen sport integrity, safeguarding and sector sustainability across Western Australia. You will contribute to research, stakeholder engagement, project delivery, and the preparation of reports and briefing materials. Working collaboratively with sporting organisations, government agencies and community stakeholders, you will help deliver positive outcomes and support the ongoing development of the sport and recreation sector. We are looking for a proactive and organised individual with strong communication, research and project coordination skills, together with a demonstrated commitment to professionalism,



confidentiality and integrity. We have one permanent, full time (75hrs p/f) position available. If you are passionate about contributing to meaningful projects and enjoy working collaboratively to deliver quality outcomes, we encourage you to apply.
What's in it for you?
The opportunity for career and leadership development in a collaborative setting that values diversity and recognises and respects contributions from all. In addition to flexible working options, generous leave entitlements and access to a broad range of wellbeing benefits. For further information on these benefits visit our Careers page.
Location
This role is based at 246 Vincent St, Leederville.
Contact for information about the role
For further job-related information, please contact Carlee Millikin, Manager Sector Sustainability - Capability on ************ (only contact for information about the role).
Pre-employment conditions
To be appointed to this position or any future role as a result of this process, you must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia or have a valid visa to live and work in Australia for the duration of any fixed term employment prior to appointment. Suitability to the role does not guarantee appointment where work rights do not meet legislative requirements for filling positions in the WA Public Sector.
A current (within 6 months) National Police Clearance Certificate will be required prior to commencement of employment.
Pre employment Conflict of Interest form. Please see attached Conflict of Interest guide for further information.
We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers
TTY/voice calls: *******
Speak & Listen: ************
SMS relay: ************
Advice for applicability timing
To avoid last minute congestion of the system which may result in your application being received after the closing time and therefore not be eligible, please endeavour to submit your application well before the closing time as late applications will not be accepted.
Closing date
Closing date: Monday 26 October **** at 4.00 pm (AWST).
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📌 Project Officer (Perth)
🏢 Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport
📍 Perth