Description:
This is a Permanent Full Time and Fixed Term Full Time appointment with the possibility of extensions and or permanency.
Position Profile: We are seeking a dynamic and motivated individual to join our Disaster Preparedness and Management Directorate as a Senior Policy Officer.
This position establishes, maintains, coordinates, and monitors strategic emergency management plans and provides policy and strategic advice on these matters to the Manager Response Capability and the overarching business functions for the Disaster Preparedness and Management Directorate.
As a Program Officer , your duties include the following:
- Liaise with stakeholders regarding the implementation of emergency management policies, guidelines, and initiatives as per the Australian Standards.
- Manage Directorate portfolios assigned to the role, including management of plans, standard operating procedures, and operational templates, and represents the Department of Health at State and national bodies.
- Liaise and corresponds with other government and non-government emergency management services e.g., Police, Fire and Rescue, Ambulance services, and local government, as necessary, for emergency management purposes.
- Coordinates the portfolio related activities of the Disaster Preparedness and Management Section of the Department of Health.
- Consults with health service managers regarding the implementation of recommendations following exercises, incident debriefs.
- Provides emergency management advice to the Manager Response Capability as it applies in a public hospital setting.
Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector.
Employee Benefits: In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):
- 11% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information click here.
- Access to salary packaging arrangements
- Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
- Flexible working arrangements
- Flexible leave arrangements
Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form.
For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact Leigh Clifton on 08 6373 3832.
Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.
WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.
WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.
WA Health is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.
Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.
Application Instructions : Applicants are requested to apply online.
Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 3 pages and provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements. These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.
These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.
If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.