Policy And Project Manager

The Department of Local Government Sport and Cultural Industries (DLGSC) acknowledges the Aboriginal peoples of Western Australia as the traditional custodians of this land, and we pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

About the department

We're a very diverse agency that contributes to a better Western Australian community through, among other things, providing opportunities for everyone to engage in a range of sporting, recreational, cultural, and artistic programs and activities.

Staff in our department work across the areas of local government, sport and recreation, culture and the arts, racing, gaming and liquor, multicultural interests, specialist Aboriginal projects and engagement, regulatory reform, infrastructure and state records.

Our work touches on amazing projects like development of the new Aboriginal Cultural Centre, delivery of major international sporting events and helping people stay safe while enjoying a night out in our Protected Entertainment Precincts.

Why work with us?

At DLGSC we are all about ensuring our workforce is made up of 'Good Humans'

Finding them, retaining them, and helping them to be the best they can be for themselves, for us, for the people we supply services to, and for our vision of a vibrant, inclusive and resilient Western Australian community.

Our diverse organisation is supported by exceptional, everyday 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.

For further information on DLGSC, visit our website.

About the role

This is your chance to get your foot in the door of a busy, complex and interesting department that is focused on helping the community. You could join us to work in an exciting role, to use your breadth of skills and experience in areas including public policy, legislation, data, governance, regulation, reform/improvement and research.

We currently have one fixed term, full time (75hrs p/f) position as Policy and Project Manager available until 31 December 2024, with the possibility of extension and/or permanency. Part time and job share arrangements may be considered for the right candidate(s).

While this role is temporary due to tied funding, there may be further opportunities within and across the division. Suitable applicants may be offered other temporary and permanent roles in the Racing, Gaming and Liquor division or even across the department - we are always looking for good humans.

We have other similar roles in the division available immediately, including a currently advertised L6 Senior Policy and Project Officer.

The Policy and Project Manager is responsible for improvements to strategic and operational projects and policy, and other strategic services related to Racing Gaming and Liquor activities and the response to the Perth Casino Royal Commission.

We are seeking dynamic, analytical thinkers who want to help us solve a range of complex issues that improve outcomes for the community and reduce harm. Skills we highly value are:

• clear writing skills
• critical thinking/problem solving
• great stakeholder relationships
• working with a team
• attention to detail

It would be helpful to have experience supervising government related projects and staff.

For further job-related information, please contact Lilian Oh at (only contact for information about the role).

What's in it for you?

There are lots of benefits to taking up a role with DLGSC:

• a competitive, award-based salary with annual increments within award bands
• flexible working hours including flexible start/finish times.
• Superannuation 11%, increasing to 12% by 1 July 2025
• access to salary packaging arrangements
• 3 additional days of leave per year (public service holidays)
• study leave / assistance
• options to purchase additional leave
• 14 weeks paid parental leave, with additional flexibility for new parents returning to work
• leadership and professional development programs
• annual professional development planning cycles
• employee assistance and wellness programs.

Location

This role is based at 140 William Street Perth.

This central Perth location is a major hub in the CBD - linking directly to the Perth Underground railway station, with pedestrian laneways from Forrest Place and Murray Street Mall, connecting Northbridge and the William Street collective. The perfect place to combine work, rest and play with easy access to retail, dining and entertainment.

How to apply for this position

Applicants are encouraged to apply online and must provide:

• A comprehensive CV
• A Cover Letter (no more than one page) telling us what your unique contribution is that you bring to the role and why you are interested in working with us – no selection criteria needed
• Contact details of two referees, with a preference of one from a current / most recent line manager

For further details on how to apply please read 'Information for Applicants'.

Please note that all of the Work-Related Requirements will be assessed at some stage during the selection process.

The recruitment for this position will be prompt, with shortlisted applicants to be contacted by the end of May 2024 and interviews expected to be held the first week of June 2024.

To submit your application, please click on the Apply for Job button.

Pre-employment conditions

To be eligible for appointment to permanent positions in the Western Australia Public Sector, you must be an Australian citizen or have permanent resident status in Australia.

Successful applicants will be required to complete the below prior to commencement:

• 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.

Further information

If you have any access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, or alternative methods of communication, please contact HR Recruitment and Establishment on or

If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on

We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers:

TTY/voice calls

Speak & Listen

SMS relay

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.

While this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, applicants found suitable for this position may be considered for 'similar' vacancies within DLGSC and/or the wider public sector which arise within 12 months of the recruitment process being endorsed. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Future vacancies may be considered to fill fixed term, permanent, part-time or full-time roles.

Closing date: Tuesday 28 May 2024 at 4.00 pm (AWST).

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