Skip to Main Content

Job Title


Principal Consultant


Company : Department of Education, Western Australia


Location : Perth, Australia


Created : 2025-05-22


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Join to apply for the Principal Consultant role at Department of Education, Western Australia.4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants.This is an eighteen (18) month fixed-term, full-time position commencing June 2025 with possible extension (18 months) and/or permanency.The Department of Educations core purpose is to provide every student with a pathway to a successful future. This is achieved through partnerships among the system, schools, families, communities, and agencies.The partnership approach emphasizes school autonomy within a connected and unified public school system, enabling local decision-making and resource allocation to support positive outcomes.The SRT division supports quality decision-making, resource distribution, and program management across the department. Staff within this division are flexible and drawn upon based on project needs, requiring the ability to support multiple initiatives simultaneously.The RoleAs a principal consultant in System Response and Transformation, you will apply project management skills to initiate, monitor, and evaluate projects. Your interpersonal skills will facilitate stakeholder consultation and reporting. Your negotiation and influence skills will ensure high-standard delivery of system initiatives, working collaboratively with subject matter experts. Strong writing skills are essential for clear communication of complex concepts to high-level stakeholders.Applicants with qualifications and/or expertise in portfolio, program, and project management are encouraged to apply.Professional BenefitsLocated in East Perth, our employees enjoy benefits including:11.5% employer-contributed superannuation, increasing to 12% by July 2025.Flexible working arrangements, including remote work, flexible hours, and part-time options.Generous leave entitlements.Professional development opportunities.Salary packaging options.Convenient public transport access.More InformationDetails are in the attached Job Description Form (JDF). For inquiries, contact Michelle Ostberg, Director, System Response Transformation, at 0421 858 421 or Michelle.Ostberg@education.wa.edu.au.Our CommitmentWe promote leadership development (Building Leadership Impact) and value diversity. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, diverse sexualities and genders, people with disabilities, and culturally diverse backgrounds. See our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more.EligibilityAustralian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident, or valid visa with work rights.Consent to a National Criminal History Check.Application ProcessApply online in two steps:Click ''Apply for Job'' and complete the form with two referees, preferably including your current manager.Attach your CV (up to 3 pages) and a 5-page statement addressing the selection criteria listed in the JDF.Ensure your application is submitted before the deadline: 4.30 pm (AWST) on Monday, 2 June 2025. Late applications will not be considered. For technical support, call (08) 9264 4127.Additional DetailsVacancy number: DOE948191. Suitable applicants may be considered for similar roles within 12 months, including cases where the position becomes vacant or the applicant declines the offer. #J-18808-Ljbffr