Overview
The Role: The Education and Care Legislation and Intergovernmental Relations (ECLIR) unit is responsible for providing input into the ongoing development and review of the National Quality Framework for early childhood education and care services in Western Australia. In addition to the Director, there are three Senior Legislation and Strategy Officer positions within ECLIR to provide this function.
Senior Legislation and Strategy Officers are responsible for formulating policy and reviews and developing legislation related to the education and care services sector. More specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Responsibilities
* Formulating, reviewing and implementing new and amending legislation administered by the Department.
* Preparing Cabinet submissions, drafting instructions, EXCO papers and papers for the intergovernmental bodies in relation to new and amending legislation.
* Providing advice in response to requests from the Minister\'s Office, key stakeholders, members of the public and the media on matters related to the operation and interpretation of education and care legislation administered by the Department.
* Establishing and maintaining effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders including Commonwealth Government, State Government agencies and education and care stakeholders.
* Representing the Department at interagency forums and workshops.
The Opportunity
Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for future similar permanent and fixed term (full time) vacancies that arise within the next 12 months across the Department of Communities.
Benefits
* Flexible working arrangements (including flexible working hours, 9-day fortnight consideration, and work from work options)
* Additional 3 Days Public Service Leave per annum
* 3 months long service leave for every seven years consecutive service
* 18 weeks paid parental leave
* 10 days Disability Leave
* 5 days Reproductive Health Leave
* Discount on private health insurance
* Comprehensive learning and development opportunities that focus on your career aspirations
* Access to free and confidential Employee Assistance Programs for you and your family
* 5 days cultural and ceremonial leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees
How to Apply
Want to join us? Apply online by clicking the 'Apply for Job' button and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only:
* A current resume/CV.
* A three page written application addressing all the Essential Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF.
* A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable).
* 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 the HR Recruitment team. We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers: TTY/voice calls - 133 677; Speak & Listen - 1300 555 ***; SMS relay - 0423 677 ***.
Ethics, Equity and Diversity
The public sector is built on a foundation of integrity where employees act ethically, and public sector bodies promote and maintain integrity. The Department is committed to equity and diversity and encourages applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTQIA+ community, 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 HR Recruitment team. If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact 13 64 64.
Lodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted.
Attachments
* Application Form
* Information for Applicants
* JDF - Senior Legislation & Strategy Officer (ECLIR) - L6
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