Overview
Australian Department of Parliamentary Services – West Perth WA
The Parliamentary Services Department (PSD) has a new opportunity for an experienced and motivated individual to support the governance and strategic functions of the Department.
PSD delivers support to the operations of the Parliament including the provision of security, ICT, facilities, visitor services, and corporate support. The role reports directly to the Executive Manager Parliamentary Services and forms part of the Executive Management Group.
Responsibilities
About the Role
The Governance and Business Improvement Officer will undertake a variety of specialist projects to support the Department in the areas of corporate governance; compliance and audit; policy development and review; strategic and operational planning; risk management; records and information governance.
The role requires someone with a high level of initiative, critical thinking, and strong stakeholder engagement skills. They will be capable of analysing systems, identifying opportunities for improvement, and delivering practical, high-quality outcomes. Integrity, attention to detail, and the ability to maintain confidentiality will be paramount.
The role is a full-time 12 month, fixed term contract, with the possibility of extension, however, applicants seeking part-time arrangements (hours from a minimum of 25 up to 37.5 hours per week, to be worked over five days) will also be considered.
Selection Criteria
* Highly developed critical, conceptual and analytical thinking, with the ability to develop practical solutions to complex problems.
* Demonstrated experience providing advice on corporate governance, including reporting, compliance, risk and audit frameworks.
* Proven experience delivering business improvement initiatives and projects, including project management and reporting.
* Exceptional interpersonal skills, including negotiation and stakeholder engagement across diverse groups.
* Demonstrated capability in policy review and development, and in preparing reports, briefing notes and discussion papers.
* High level written and oral communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages to different audiences.
* Ability to maintain political impartiality and handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.
Highly Desirable:
* Tertiary qualifications in relevant discipline (e.g., business, public administration, law, risk, project management, or equivalent experience.)
* Demonstrated experience in project management and/or risk management.
Why Join Us
The Parliamentary Services Department offers generous employment conditions and a range of benefits such as access to free parking, good public transport connections, health and well-being initiatives including a gym, and professional development opportunities. This role is based in West Perth at Parliament House, close to Kings Park and Perth city.
How to Apply
The Job description and application form can be downloaded from the Parliament Website by clicking 'Apply Now' or by emailing **@parliament.wa.gov.au.
Applications must include:
* A completed Application for Employment form
* A brief statement (no more than 3 pages) addressing the selection criteria as set out in the job description form
* Your resume
Applications must be emailed to **@parliament.wa.gov.au by 4.00 pm AWST on Monday, 23 March 2026.
Eligibility Requirements:
* Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident, or New Zealand Citizen with a Special Category Visa
* Willingness to provide a satisfactory Australian Criminal Record Check upon commencement
For further job related information: Please contact Mr Rob Hunter, Executive Manager on (08) 9222 7*** or e-mail *******@parliament.wa.gov.au.
The Parliament of Western Australia values diversity and champions the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment. We are committed to attracting and retaining a workforce that reflects our community, and to making Parliament an inclusive and supportive workplace, free of discrimination.
We encourage all suitable people of any age, gender, family status or culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply, including First Nations people, people from the LGBTQIA+ community, and people with any form of disability.
We will provide reasonable adjustments to allow people with a disability to participate effectively in the recruitment process. Reasonable adjustments can also be made to assist you in the job, if you are successful in gaining employment. Please contact Human Resources to discuss your needs.
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