• Region: ​​​Perth
• Job Type:​​ Full Time
• Classification:​ Social Work
• Salary:​​ Level 6, $115,824 - $127,647 pa + Super - PSCSAA 2024
• Start Date:​​ 23 January 2025

The Department of Communities brings together the services and functions of disability services, child protection and family support, housing, 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 Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for:

• developing and implementing agreements relating to housing in aboriginal communities;
• providing land tenure, aboriginal heritage and native title advice; and
• managing and negotiating contracts relating to aboriginal land and heritage matters for the implementation of construction projects

This role will engage, monitor and liaise with stakeholders to facilitate project/s executions.

The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact Craig Newton, Manager Aboriginal Planning & Programs on 0408 902 670 or email [email protected] using the subject line: Senior Project Manager - Community Agreements enquiry via EthicalJobs.

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 Now’ button (above and below) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only:

1. A current comprehensive resume/CV.
2. A two [2] page written application addressing 1,2 and 3 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).

Applicants who are short listed will be assessed on all the Work RelatedRequirements (Selection Criteria) during the selection process.

For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact Joyce Briggs, HR Advisor via [email protected].

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

TTY/voice calls - 133 677

Speak & Listen - 1300 555 727

SMS relay - 0423 677 767

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 Joyce Briggs, HR Advisor via [email protected].

Applicants who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.

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