Governance and Business Support Officer

Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions; Western Australia; Presencial; AUD 90 000 - 110 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

12% superannuation

Flexible working arrangements

4 weeks annual leave

National Park Entry Pass

Staff parking

EAP access

Resumo da oferta

Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA) in Western Australia is seeking a Governance and Business Support Officer based in Kensington to support the CFO and senior management. The role involves financial administration, policy development and the implementation of guidelines.

You will assist the CFO, provide strategic advice and manage projects to drive governance improvements across a large state agency.

Qualificações

• Well-developed written and oral communication skills; ability to prepare documents and reports, use technology and make effective presentations to senior management.
• Experience in interpreting legislation and developing policies and procedures.
• Experience in liaising and negotiating with internal and external clients on business processes.
• Ability to lead and implement change in the context of improving business practices.

Responsabilidades

• Assists the CFO to achieve financial administration compliance through establishing, revising and implementing policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Provides advice to the CFO and other senior staff.
• Manages projects on behalf of the CFO.

Conhecimentos

Written and oral communication

Policy interpretation

Policy development

Stakeholder liaison

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Join us in our mission to promote biodiversity, conserve our valuable ecosystems, and provide engaging attractions that connect people with nature.

THIS IS A FIXED-TERM (UNTIL 27 JANUARY 2028), FULL-TIME POSITION

(WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF EXTENSION OR PERMANENCY)

THIS POSITION IS BASED IN KENSINGTON

APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT MIDDAY ON MONDAY, 2 NOVEMBER 2026

Finance Branch provides advice to executive and operational managers across a broad range of functions to support business operations whilst achieving various governance requirements. Finance branch encompasses statutory reporting, management accounting, financial accounting, procurement, fleet and facilities management, accounts receivable, accounts payable, purchasing cards, asset accounting, remote area housing coordination and provision of core financial software that is utilised across the Department.

We currently have an opportunity for a Governance and Business Support Officer to join our team.

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), this position:

• Assists the (CFO) to achieve financial administration compliance through establishing, revising and implementing policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Provides advice to the CFO and other senior staff.
• Manages projects on behalf of the CFO.

At the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA), we have adopted Leadership Expectations which provides a common understanding of the mindsets and expected behaviours required of all our employees and the public sector. In this role, you will be Leading Others to help drive positive change.

Selection Criteria

• Well-developed written and oral communication skills; including the ability to prepare documents and reports, use technology and make effective presentations to senior management.
• Experience in interpreting legislation and developing policies and procedures.
• Experience in liaising and negotiating with internal and external clients on business processes.
• Ability to lead and implement change in the context of improving business practices.

About Us

DBCA, one of Western Australia's largest state government agencies, providing exciting and challenging career opportunities in biodiversity conservation and park and natural resource management. We employ people with world-class scientific, policy, land and marine management, visitor services, research and educational skills.

Benefits Of Working With Us

• Staff discounts at gyms, pools and fitness centres (where available) through the Fitness Passport program.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• 12% superannuation, full employer contribution and salary packaging options.
• 4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading paid as additional pay every December.
• 3 days additional public sector holidays each year.
• Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
• Access to study, bereavement, foster caring and parental leave.
• A confidential employee assistant program (EAP) for you and your family, including psychology and counselling services.
• An annual National Park Entry Pass.
• Well-established learning and development programs.
• Free staff parking.

Prior to commencement

• A current (issue date not older than 6 months) and satisfactory National Police Check.

Eligibility

To be eligible for permanent appointment, it is essential to have Australian citizenship, New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency status. To be eligible for contract employment, it is essential to have a visa with entitlement to live and work in Australia for the term of the contract.

A search for additional applicants may be conducted for this position where necessary to provide a more diverse and/or competitive field.

Agency Referrals

Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at [e-mail] during the advertising period.

Substantive Equality Statement

DBCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Indigenous Australians, young people, people with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and women to apply for positions within our agency. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace. The Department also promotes flexible working arrangements.

Applicants with a disability who require adjustments in the recruitment process, including an alternative to applying online, can contact the Senior Recruitment Officer on [phone] or [e-mail]. Do not send job applications to this email; they will not be accepted.

If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.

Similar appointments may be made from this process in locations throughout Western Australia within a 12-month period to positions that may be permanent or contract, including contract appointments with the possibility of subsequent permanency.