about the role

Working with the Executive and Social Policy Team, the Social Policy Officer will undertake a variety of policy, project and advocacy work that promotes the wellbeing of all Western Australians, particularly people and communities who live with disadvantage and vulnerability.

The successful applicant will work across a wide variety of policy areas, including health, community wellbeing and gender equity. The Senior Policy Officer will work on the annual WACOSS submissions for the State Wage Case and State Budget, and the Cost of Living report. This role also represents WACOSS on a number of committees and forums, particularly in areas relating to utility consumer interests.

about you

The right person will have demonstrated skills in policy development, research, writing and data analysis. Ideally, the successful applicant will have knowledge of current government and non-government social policies; highly developed communication skills; experience working with stakeholders and in partnerships and have relevant tertiary qualifications and/or experience.

next steps

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WACOSS is committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from First Nations people, people with disabilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with lived experience of disadvantage, women, young and mature aged workers and the LGBTQIA+ community.

We offer great working conditions with generous leave provisions.

Please submit your application as soon as possible. We will commence shortlisting and interviewing before closing date.

A position description is attached.