Principal Project Officer

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

Communities is a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the Carers + Employers program. The program defines best practice standards by creating a carer friendly workplace, enabling staff to balance work and care, while continuing to contribute to the wellbeing of individuals, families and the community.

The Opportunity

As the Principal Project Officer,  you will be responsible for leading the African Youth Justice Engagement (AYJE) project and the development of a business case, for a culturally specific model of the Target 120 program.

The project is intended to work with key stakeholders to identify current issues experienced by African young people who are at risk of engagement with the justice system.

The role will require community engagement, undertaking complex research, analysis and providing strategic advice to assist in shaping the business case for AYJE.

Target 120 is a 2017 election commitment to keep communities safe by providing 12 months of targeted and flexible supports to young people between the ages of years who are at risk of becoming repeat offenders.

The program strengths are in its voluntary engagement, place-based, culturally sensitive, social and family environment focused approach to addressing the criminogenic needs of young people.

The team environment is agile, dynamic, focused on positive outcomes and delivering change across our target areas. Our team embodies the departmental values.

We achieve a culturally secure work environment and prioritise cultural awareness across our team to support and enable improved outcomes for Aboriginal staff, Aboriginal children, people, families and communities.

The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact Monica Montalvo, Manager (T120), on

Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for this or similar future vacancies (fixed term or permanent) that arise within the next 12 months across the Department of Communities.

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 two [2] page written application addressing 1,2, and 4 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 Michela Orsini, HR Advisor, 

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Integrity and Honesty

The public sector is built on a strong foundation of integrity where employees act ethically, and public sector bodies promote and maintain integrity.

In line with Communities policies, applicants may be asked for consent to undergo criminal record screening and integrity checks during the application process. For more information on these requirements, click here.

Equity and Diversity

The Department of Communities embraces diversity and firmly believes that the best services come from a workplace, where varied viewpoints are welcomed and encouraged every day. We are committed to creating an equitable and diverse workforce, where we encourage applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, women and youth.

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 Michela Orsini, HR Advisor, 

Applicants who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on

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