Assistant Director Financial Policy, Reform and Education
Division: Business Services
Position No: 012598
Salary: Level 8, $157,900 - $171,005 pa + Super - PSCSAA 2024
Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Permanent - Full Time
Location: Fremantle
Closing Date: :00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD)
The Department of Communities brings together the services and functions of disability services, child protection and family support, 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 Assistant Director Financial Policy, Reform and Education you're responsible for;
* Planning, managing and coordinating the development, implementation and evaluation of strategic Financial Policy and Reform Projects,
* Providing advice to Senior Management on complex strategic Financial Policy issues and informing the direction of Financial Policy and Reform Projects, to deliver best practice in Financial Management.
* Developing and maintaining productive working relationships with a broad range of Stakeholders, to ensure a coordinated approach to implementing Financial Policy, Reform and Regulation.
* Leading and managing the Financial Reform and Regulation Branch.
The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact Peter May, Director Financial Services, on
There is currently one fixed term position with an end date of 26th June 2026, available for immediate filling. Applicants may also be considered for filling the role permanently.
Join the Department of Communities
Apply online by clicking the 'Apply for Job' button (above and below) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only:
* A current resume/CV.
* A two (2) page summary outlining the key responsibilities and achievements you have had during your career in the context of the job description and Essential Work-Related Requirements (Selection Criteria).
* An application form (for hard copy applications only).
Applicants who are short listed will be assessed on all the Work-Related Requirements (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 Yusri Rosley, Human Resource Advisor at and via phone
We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers:
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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
Communities welcome applications from people from a diverse range of backgrounds and lived experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disability, people with diverse sexualities and genders, youth, women, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Please let us know if there are adjustments we can make to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, as well as in the workplace. Please contact Yusri Rosley, Human Resource Advisor at and via phone
If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on
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