Principal Policy Officer

Department of Health; Perth; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Salary packaging

Professional development

Flexible working arrangements

Flexible leave arrangements

Job summary

Department of Health in Western Australia is seeking a Principal Policy Officer to lead a team responsible for the HIV prevention and control policy portfolio. The role focuses on development, delivery and implementation of policy initiatives that support organisational objectives and government commitments.

The successful applicant will contribute to shaping public health policy and participate in broader workforce initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team in the development, delivery and implementation of a portfolio for HIV prevention and control policy and initiatives.
• Ensure policies align with organisational objectives and Government commitments.

Job description

Vacancy Reference No. 754667 This is a Permanent Full Time appointment.

WA Health embraces diversity and is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. 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.

Eligibility to Apply:

To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have valid Australian work rights. This includes visa holders. Permanent appointments may be made to individuals who hold citizenship, permanent residency, or visas that enable ongoing employment in Australia.

Other Conditions:

WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process.

Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, applicants found suitable for this position may be considered for other ‘similar’ vacancies within DOH and/or the wider WA public sector. 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.

Position Profile:

The Principal Policy Officer manages a team in the development, delivery and implementation of a portfolio for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) prevention and control policy and initiatives, , and reforms, that support organisational objectives and Government commitments.

Employee Benefits:

In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):

• 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice.
• For further information on superannuation
• 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 (available online at www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au ).

For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact Lisa Bastian on 08 9222 4230.