Policy Officer Planning

3 weeks ago

West Leederville, Australia WA Local Government Association Full time

6 weeks’ annual leave (30 days)
- Contribute to urban and regional planning issues that impact Local Government
- Varied role within a friendly, inclusive, and dynamic team

**Policy Officer Planning**

**Total Package $98,808 per annum (including superannuation)**

Are you a passionate town planner keen to help shape the future of the Western Australian planning system?

WALGA is seeking a policy officer with well-developed interpersonal, negotiation and facilitation skills to join our Planning and Building Policy Team. In this role you will undertake policy analysis, development, and advocacy on behalf of WALGA’s members.

An excellent understanding of urban and regional planning policy issues, particularly as they relate to the roles and responsibilities of Local Government in Western Australia, along with your experience in policy development and advocacy will give you the edge.

What else will make you successful in this role?
- The ability to undertake high quality and impactful research and analysis.
- Experience in the development of representative submissions and policy positions.
- Strong negotiation skills and an ability to influence others.
- Being able to draw on your professional networks and cultivate strong relationships with key stakeholders.
- An ability to ‘think outside the box’ and develop innovative solutions to address complex issues.
- An ability to manage simultaneous and competing priorities.

WALGA offers flexible work arrangements, excellent leave offerings, a health & wellbeing program, an active social club, and a commitment to employee development.

**About WALGA**

WALGA is an independent, member-based, not for profit organisation that advocates for Local Government and provides services to support sector excellence.

As the peak industry body, WALGA advocates on behalf of WA’s 139 Local Governments, and delivers training and services to members across the State.

WALGA is on a journey of significant change. We’re transforming the way we advocate, develop policy positions, and communicate with our members and stakeholders. Be part of an exciting future for WALGA.

**To Apply**

For further details on the role please contact Chris Hossen, Policy Manager Planning and Building on 08 9213 2056.

This role is being sourced directly by WALGA. We respectfully request no agencies approach.

We may commence interviews upon receipt and reserve the right to close the position early.

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