Information Release and Ministerial Coordinator

Are you passionate about making a difference for Western Australia?

We want to hear from you.

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 power to secure products and services for government, achieving value for money for WA.

We collect revenue to fund government services and administer payment of grants and subsidies to the WA community.

The work area

The Office of the Under Treasurer comprises Executive and Ministerial Support Unit, Communications Team and Corporate Strategy and Performance. This role sits within the Executive and Ministerial Support Unit (EMSU). EMSU is the central liaison point between DTF and the Treasurer’s and Minister’s offices, provides support to the Under Treasurer and coordinates the Freedom of Information requests for the Department.

The opportunity

We are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic and experienced Freedom of Information officer that is looking to take their career to the next level. Join us in a fast-paced environment and make a difference for Western Australia. In this role, you will:

• Manage the coordination of Freedom of Information (FOI) requests and provide advice to stakeholders on the FOI process;
• research and propose process improvement strategies to support effective and compliant information release;
• assist in the coordination of Ministerial, Parliamentary and Cabinet requests to ensure timely and accurate advice is provided to the Ministerial Offices and Under Treasurer; and
• provide quality assurance across a range of correspondence to ensure accuracy and standards in accordance with policies and protocols;

We currently have one (1) permanent full-time position available for filling within the Executive and Ministerial Support Unit.

Find out more

If you’d like to have a chat about the role please contact Lisa Ang, Manager Executive and Ministerial Support Unit, via ***email_hidden*** or 08 6551 2664.

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How to apply

1. Read the Applicant Information Pack, Role Statement and the Capability Framework attached.

2. Complete the online application form and submit (in Word or PDF format):

• a comprehensive CV (in Word or PDF) tailored to this opportunity and providing the panel with an overview of your skills and experience relevant to this role, ensuring you include past key achievements and deliverables;
• a maximum two-page written cover letter addressing the Essential Role-Specific Requirements (ERSR) 1 and 2, highlighting your experience, skills and capabilities as they relate to the role - please draw upon the attached position Role Statement and the Capability Framework.
• provide the name and contact details of two (2) referees, with one being your current line Manager or Supervisor.

Please allow sufficient time to submit your application as we are unable to consider late or incomplete applications. For information about the process or lodging your application online, please contact [email protected].

Subsequent Vacancies

This process may be used to fill similar permanent or fixed-term (full time/part time) vacancies that may arise within Treasury and Finance across the WA public sector for up to 18 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.