Temporary (full time) appointment commencing ASAP until 31 December 2028 with the possibility of a further temporary appointment and/or permanency The Department At the Department of Training and Workforce Development we support Western Australia’s training system to develop the skills and capabilities needed to transform lives while creating solid and vibrant businesses, communities, and the economy.

We’re an equal opportunity employer and encourage people with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to join us, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disability, youth, women and people of diverse sexualities and genders. Find out more about our work by visiting our website www.wa.gov.au/dtwd Leadership for All Critical to our success in delivering value for the future of Western Australians is the leadership capability of our people. We believe that everyone is a leader, regardless of their role and we are committed to advancing our collective leadership impact by adopting the behaviours and mindsets in Leadership Expectations.

The Role

The Policy and Program Officer operates within an intergovernmental environment and contributes to activities supporting Western Australia’s engagement across national skills and workforce forums, agreements and reform initiatives. The role supports the effective implementation, monitoring and reporting of Western Australia’s commitments under the National Skills Agreement and associated bilateral schedules including coordinating departmental input, tracking commitments and deliverables, supporting national governance and consultation processes, and preparing Western Australian input to intergovernmental matters. The role undertakes research, analysis, stakeholder engagement and coordination activities. The role contributes to the preparation of policy advice, reports, briefing materials and correspondence to support decision‑making and reporting obligations.



To be successful in this role, you will have experience supporting the implementation, coordination or reporting of government initiatives, agreements, programs or reform activities. You will be a confident and capable communicator who can take responsibility for defined pieces of work, build productive relationships and coordinate input from different areas.

As a measure to achieve equality under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people (24 years of age and under) and people with disability who meet the requirements of the position may be prioritised for appointment.

Benefits

- Flexible work arrangements including flexitime and working remotely;
- Flexible leave arrangements, including study leave;
- A comprehensive health and wellbeing program including Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Contact Officers;
- Career and professional development programs and opportunities;
- Salary packaging options

Want to know more? For full details of the role, eligibility requirements and what we are looking for, read the attached job description and application package.

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Jesse Williams, Associate Director Intergovernmental Relations on (08) 6551 5925 or email [email protected].

If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process, including alternate methods of communication, please contact Human Resources via [email protected] or via (08) 6551 5071.

Eligibility and Requirements

Pre employment conditions – National Policy Clearance

Visa validity - To be appointed to a position at the Department, you need to be able to provide evidence of your right to work in Australia. Permanent appointments will require Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency or New Zealand Citizenship with unrestricted work rights. Fixed term appointments will require a valid working visa.

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📌 Policy and Program Officer (City of Stirling)
🏢 Department of Training and Workforce Development
📍 City of Stirling