Senior Policy Officer
Government of Western Australia
- East Perth, WA
- $120,457-132,753 per year
- Contract
- Full-time
Location: East Perth
Unit/Division: Department of Health > Analytics and Performance Reporting
Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time
Position No: 00021199
Closing Date: 2025-09-18 4:00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD)
Attachments:CRVCID: 690468This is a Fixed Term Full Time appointment until 30 June 2026, with the possibility of extension(s).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.Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).Other 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.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.Position Profile: The Senior Policy Officer manages and coordinates the development and implementation of a range of policy initiatives that support the Department and/or Government commitments relating to activity-based funding (ABF). This will involve project management, engagement with internal and external stakeholders, research and analysis to inform/guide the implementation of ABF classification systems, particularly the Australian Mental Health Care Classification for community mental health services.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
- Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
- Flexible working arrangements
- Flexible leave arrangements