Ministerial Services Coordinator

The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) lead the sustainable development of Western Australia’s regions and agriculture, aquaculture, food and fisheries sectors. In everything we do, we take an approach to protect, grow and innovate WA’s economy, community and environment.

About the opportunity

There is currently one (1) permanent position available for immediate filling.

We are seeking a motivated and experienced professional to help lead the delivery of a high-quality, efficient, and customer-focused ministerial service within the department. This is a key role that ensures the timely and accurate coordination of all formal ministerial, parliamentary, and government business correspondence.

Working collaboratively with another Ministerial Services Coordinator the role will provide leadership to a team of Ministerial Services Officers to coordinate the day-to-day operations of the department’s formal incoming and outgoing ministerial, parliamentary and government business services.

We are looking for individuals with:

• Proven ability to coordinate and manage the flow of ministerial and parliamentary requests in a complex multi-disciplinary organisation.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills including the ability to liaise and maintain productive working relationships with stakeholders.
• A collaborative leadership style, with experience in coaching, mentoring, and supporting a team to deliver high-quality outcomes under pressure.
• Strong research, analytical and problem solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to develop practical and innovative solutions to complex problems .

Equity and Diversity

At DPIRD we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and are an equal opportunity employer. We value and strongly encourage people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people, women and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply for positions within our agency.

How to Apply

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Need further information?

For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Debbie Rice, Director, Office of the Director General on 0404 350 707 during office hours.