Assistant Director Learning and Development

3 hours ago

Perth, Western Australia Department of Communities Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

The Department of Communities brings together the services and functions of disability services, child protection and family support, community initiatives and regional services reform.

The People Division is responsible for the provision of Human Resources. Supported by approximately 300 staff, on a day-to-day basis, the People Division is responsible for human resources, industrial relations, employee relations, safety and wellbeing, recruitment, workforce and payroll management, and learning and development matters across the state.

The Division focuses on releasing the full potential of staff through engagement, learning and development opportunities as well as ensuring the wellbeing of staff and promoting and upholding Communities' values.

Lead the future of learning and development by providing strategic vision and direction

We are seeking a dynamic leader to design and implement innovative strategies that empower our workforce, foster continuous growth, and drive organisational success. If you are passionate about shaping impactful learning experiences and influencing culture at a strategic level, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

The Opportunity

As Assistant Director Learning and Development, you will be responsible for:

  • the provision of quality staff learning and development services across the Department, through the effective and efficient operation of learning and development functions and initiatives,
  • the analysis and evaluation of organisational learning and development requirements and the implementation of effective learning and development strategies to meet the needs of staff; and
  • the monitoring of all learning and assessment activities to ensure compliance with Australian Quality Training Framework standards and supports the Department's Executive in its aim to create a learning organisation.

The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position.

For further information we encourage you to contact Donna TOWNSEND, Assistant Director General People and Culture, on or via email on 

There is currently (1) fixed term position with the possibility of extensions and/or permanency available for immediate filling.

The successful applicant or applicants assessed as suitable through this process may receive further offers of in this or similar roles.

Join the Department of Communities

Apply online by clicking the 'Apply for Job' button (above and below) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only:

  1. A current resume/CV.
  2. A [3] page written application addressing all the Essential Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF.
  3. A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable).
  4. An application form (for hard copy applications only).

For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact Ashik Ahmed, HR Advisor, via email call on Please provide the Job Title & Position Number in the subject line as reference.

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

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Lodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted.

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