Diversity and Inclusion Coordinator

Two permanent positions for immediate filling.

About the role

The Diversity, Inclusion and Aboriginal Workforce Development (DIAWD) team has two permanent positions available for Coordinators to join our team. 

The DIAWD team drives strategic initiatives that advance workforce diversity and foster inclusion across the Department. It works towards building and maintaining a workplace environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered. Through sustainable and meaningful action, the team aims to cultivate a culture that recognises and celebrates the diversity of our people, their identities, and lived experiences.

The Diversity and Inclusion Coordinator is responsible for the development, delivery and monitoring of various Diversity and Inclusion projects and programs aligned with the Departments Workforce Diversification and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan.

The successful candidate will have experience in working collaboratively with a wide range of teams to maintain and build a high level of diversity and inclusion capability, positioning the Department as an employer of choice in relation to the attraction, retention, and support of employees.

Strong project management, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills are essential, with responsibility for delivering key initiatives, including involvement in programs such our flagship Graduate Program. A proactive, solutions-focused mindset is required to ensure sustained progress across priority areas.

About Justice

When you join the Department of Justice, you become part of a people-focused organisation, working hard to make our community a fairer and safer place to live. We offer many different employment opportunities in locations around Western Australia. You will have a chance to make a real difference to your local communities and to the lives of those you work with.

Eligibility

To be eligible for appointment to permanent positions in the West Australian Public Sector you must be an Australian citizen or have permanent resident status in Australia.

Benefits and opportunities

• Flexible working arrangements
• Career pathway opportunities
• Learning and development opportunity programs
• Health and wellbeing programs including Fitness passport providing a wide range of gym, pool, and fitness centre discounts available for employees and their families.
• Job sharing may be available
• Check out the attached Applicant Information Pack to find out other benefits of working for Justice.

Application process

How to apply

Please ensure you review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for further information about the requirements of the position. This information will assist you with the preparation of your application.

We require you to submit:

1. A comprehensive Resume / Curriculum Vitae, that clearly outlines your transferable skills, experience and highlights your key achievements.
2. A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing your suitability for the role in the context of the job-related requirements.
3. Contact details of two work related referees.

Subsequent Vacancies

Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy, may be considered for subsequent similar vacancies in the Department of Justice for a period of twelve (12) months, in accordance with Part 5 (General Appointment) of the Commissioners Instructions No. 2: Filling a Public Sector Vacancy and Commissioners Instructions and No. 39: Interim Arrangements to Fill Public Sector Vacancies. Permanent, fixed term, full time and part time appointments may be offered during this period.

For further job-related information

If you would like further information regarding the vacancy please contact James Fazio, Portfolio Lead - Diversity and Inclusion on 08 9264 62***for a confidential discussion.

Equity and Diversity

The Department of Justice is committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, youth, people of diverse sexualities and genders, women, culturally and linguistically diverse people, and other diversity groups.

Applicants with disability requiring adjustments or accessibility support at any stage of the selection process can contact the hiring manager as listed under the ‘Further Information section or contact the Diversity and Inclusion team on ***************@justice.wa.gov.au or (08) 9264 1*** for a confidential discussion.

Submitting your application

Applicants are requested to apply online. To submit your application, click the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this advertisement.

Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.

If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone RAMS Helpdesk ************@bigredsky.com on 1300 733 056 for assistance.

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Information :

• Company : Department of Justice WA
• Position : Diversity and Inclusion Coordinator
• Location : Perth WA
• Country : AU