Are you passionate about making a difference for Western Australia?
We want to hear from you.
About us
The Department of Treasury and Finance is at the centre of Government decision-making. As the principal economic and financial advisor, we provide leadership and strategic advice and influence to support the delivery of services and outcomes for the benefit of Western Australia.
What we do is integral to the Government's decision-making processes about where and how to spend taxpayer's money to ensure Western Australians have access to quality services on a financially sustainable basis.
We lead procurement and leverage our buying powe
We collect revenue to fund government services and administer payment of grants and subsidies to the WA community.
When you join us, you can enjoy a variety of benefits, including:
flexible work options,including working from home up to 2 days per week.
professional development,training, and on-the-job learning to advance your career.
generous leave entitlements,which include 4 weeks annual leave, 3 public service holidays each year, accrued long service leave every 7 years and an option to purchase additional leave each year. Access to cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
corporate discounts with selected health insurance providers and access to wellness programs.
Opportunity to support our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), Disability Access and Inclusion Plan and various Diversity and Inclusion Working Groups and Committees.
The work area
The Procurement Policy and Strategy business unit is responsible for a whole of government approach to procurement policy including administration of the Procurement Act, procurement systems and intelligence as well as whole of government common use arrangements and assurance functions that efficiently meet the business needs of government agencies, manage risks and deliver value for money.
The Department of Treasury and Finance currently operates under two sets of organisational values, following its formation on 1 July 2025. The values of clarity, empathy, growth and collaboration continue to guide everything we do in Procurement Policy and Strategy. In time, as we settle in our new structure and culture, we will collaboratively develop a unified set of values that represent who we are as the Department of Treasury and Finance.
The role
The Policy Officer (Social Procurement) undertakes research and provides low to mid-level procurement policy advice and education to agencies, community and social sector organisations and Aboriginal suppliers on social procurement policy, practice and initiatives. The Policy Officer promotes social procurement and supplier diversity to Government agencies and has an understanding of current issues and emerging trends in the social procurement sector.
The position operates in Personal Leadership context. This means that you are required to demonstrate personal accountability for delivering excellence and support your team and agency in delivering strategic goals. You will be expected to build and nurture relationships and be willing to seek feedback and learn.
The ideal candidate
You will have the ability to undertake research and data analysis. Excellent writing skills are fundamental to succeeding in this role as well as the ability to effectively liaise, educate and influence others. Knowledge of procurement in the context of the WA Government will be beneficial.
We strongly encourage applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, those of diverse sexualities and genders and individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
How to apply
If you have what it takes to be part of our dynamic and forward-thinking team, submit the following in MS Word or PDF format only:
A comprehensive CV that shows your skills, experiences and key achievements, including the contact details of two referees (with one being your current or most recent supervisor).
Cover letter of two (2) pages or less, outlining how you meet the Essential Requirements of the role and demonstrate leadership behaviours and alignment to our Values.
You will need to demonstrate your alignment to the business area's Values throughout the process to be considered suitable.
Please ensure you apply before the closing deadline as we will not accept late and incomplete applications.
Find out more
For further information about the position, please contact Clare Harvey, Principal Policy Officer on
To assist you in preparing your application, please refer to the Applicant Information Pack, Job Description Form, and Leadership Behaviours. Additionally, the WA Jobs and Workforce Hub provides information on working in Western Australia. This includes guidance on applying for government sector jobs, industry insights, application tips, relocation resources, training opportunities, and apprenticeships.
If you are unable to view or download the documents, please email, mentioning the vacancy reference number VCID3304 for assistance.
Subsequent Vacancies
This process may be used to fill similar permanent or fixed-term (full time/part time) vacancies that may arise within the Department of Treasury and Finance and across the WA public sector within the next 12 months. Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy, may be considered for subsequent similar vacancies in the Department of Treasury and Finance, in accordance with Part 2 of the Commissioner's Instructions No. 39: Interim Arrangements to Fill Public Sector Vacancies.