Career Opportunities: Restacking the Odds Senior Project Officer WA (43765)
Requisition ID 43765-Posted -Population Health-Policy and Equity-Other-Australia-VIC- Job Function (1)
Join us to partner with communities to strengthen early years services and systems.
The opportunity:
The Restacking the Odds (RSTO) is searching for two Senior Project Officers who will build strong, collaborative partnerships with stakeholders across Western Australia to support the implementation of RSTO in local early years services, integrated child and family hubs and multi‐agency partnership settings. The role supports local implementation planning, delivers training and provides coaching to embed RSTO into practice. The position also contributes to the development of RSTO implementation guidance and support resources. Some regional, remote and interstate travel is required, along with occasional out‐of‐hours work.
These roles will be based in Western Australia and are offered in the following locations:
* Perth – working primarily from home, with the potential to work onsite at a partner organisation
* Kimberley – working from home, supporting communities across Broome and Derby
The successful candidates will be required to travel to designated communities across Western Australia. Access to a reliable vehicle is required for short trips. For longer journeys, a hire car will be provided. All approved travel costs will be covered.
What you'll do
* Support local early years partnerships, integrated family service hubs and early years service provider partners in priority communities in Western Australia to implement RSTO principles and tools into planning, continuous improvement and evaluation activities
* Assess and build readiness and support the development of local implementation plans
* Contribute to the development of RSTO implementation guidance and resources to support local early years partnerships‐with engagement, preparation, implementation and sustainment of data‐informed continuous improvement practices
* Facilitate implementation support workshops and community of practice gatherings with other team members and independently (face‐to‐face and online)
* Train and coach local workforces to lead data‐informed continuous improvement in their partnerships/hubs/organisations using RSTO tools
What you'll bring
* A tertiary qualification in a relevant field e.g. Education, Public Health, Psychology, Social Science or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or community engagement skills
* Demonstrated experience of working in or building relationships with individuals and teams in local multi‐agency early years partnerships, place‐based initiatives, integrated child and family service models or hubs and/or early years service provider organisations
* Demonstrated experience of facilitating learning processes to promote a culture of continuous improvement
* Demonstrated experience in supporting implementation of new practices and developing guidance
* Relevant experience in analysing and reporting quantitative and qualitative data and supporting others to understand data
* Opportunities to travel and engage with regional and remote communities, with travel costs fully funded
* Access a range of salary packaging options—covering entertainment, novated leases, and more
* A unique opportunity to join a highly respected research institute
* Feel supported through our health and wellbeing program, which includes complimentary access to the Employee Assistance Program
* Opportunity to make a tangible impact on outcomes for children and families in priority communities across Western Australia
Who we are
Murdoch Children's Research Institute envisions a transformative future for child health. Our institute is a hub of impactful scientific breakthroughs, particularly in early interventions, enhanced diagnosis, prevention, and potential cures. We thrive on collaborative, multidisciplinary problem‐solving to address challenging queries in child health. Committed to inclusivity and respect, we foster a positive working environment that values diverse backgrounds and experiences. As a proud member of the Australian Network on Disability and a dedicated supporter of Science Australia Gender Equity (SAGE), we uphold principles of equal opportunity and diverse representation.
We are committed to the safety of children and young people and take a zero‐tolerance approach to all forms of child abuse, exploitation and harm. Child safety is prioritised in our decision‐making at all levels of the Institute.
Apply now!
If you believe this role is a good fit for you, please apply by submitting your resume and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria. Ensure these documents are combined into a single PDF file.
Interview dates
Interviews for the positions will be held at the following locations and dates:
* Perth: Week commencing 2 March 2026
* Broome: Friday 6 March or Wednesday 11 March 2026
* Derby: Monday 9 March or Tuesday 10 March 2026
We welcome individuals of diverse genders, ages, ethnicities, cultural backgrounds, abilities, religions, and sexual orientations in our workplace. We actively encourage talented individuals from all walks of life to apply for our job openings. Our commitment lies in fostering a workplace that is barrier‐free and inclusive, aiming to attract the most skilled candidates.
Applications close: Friday 20 February 2026
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