There is currently one
(1) permanent
position available for immediate filling
About Us
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 aims to elevate the Aboriginal Affairs portfolio and drive system change across Government, with an objective to improve the economic prosperity and wellbeing of Aboriginal people and communities in Western Australia.
This includes providing timely and relevant policy advice and embedding strategic frameworks that facilitate a whole of government approach in engaging with Aboriginal people and communities.
About the Role
The Principal Policy Officer provides high-level policy support and advice and undertakes complex research and analysis to support whole-of-government policy development, coordination, implementation and review.
The Principal Policy Officer works in a agile environment and closely with key stakeholders from within and outside the WA public service to deliver on its work.
For further job related information:
For further information, please refer to the attached Job Description Form (JDF) or contact Emma O'Connor, Assistant Director, on ************** (not to be contacted for assistance with lodging your application).
Applicants are required to submit:




A current and detailed résumé/curriculum vitae outlining your current and previous achievements; and
A written application demonstrating how you meet the Work Related Capabilities (Selection Criteria) as detailed in the attached JDF in no more than 2 pages
Permanent appointment:
To be eligible for appointment to permanent positions in the West Australian Public Sector you must be an Australian citizen or have permanent resident status in Australia at the time of applying.
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 **** (WA) will apply to this position.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Suitable applicants will be required to provide:
Proof of identity 100-point check.
A satisfactory National Police Certificate issued by the Western Australian Police Force that is less than two months from the date of issue.
Subsequent vacancies:
Applicants who are found suitable in this process, may be considered for similar vacancies that arise within the department, in accordance with the relevant Commissioner's Instructions.
Applications are to be received no later than4:00 pm, Monday 16 November ****
Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application as late and incomplete applications will not be accepted.
If you experience technical difficulties applying online, please contact the RAMS Helpdesk on ************, in the first instance.
For information about the process you can contact People Services at ******.
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📌 Principal Policy Officer (Western Australia)
🏢 Department of the Premier and Cabinet of WA
📍 Western Australia