SPECIFIED CALLING: NO
ENQUIRIES: Jason Moynihan | PHONE: 08 6364 7549 | EMAIL: jason.moynihan@dwer.wa.gov.au
WORK DESCRIPTION – WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:
Every day here at DWER we support and inspire each other to be our whole-selves and best selves to thrive and reach our full potential.
The Manager, Water Strategy and Coordination provides leadership and coordination of priority water policy, planning, scientific programs and reform initiatives across the Water Directorate and the Department. The role ensures consistent, timely and high-quality advice on complex and high-risk water matters, including intergovernmental reform, ministerial priorities, cross-portfolio initiatives and emerging issues requiring a coordinated response.
The role uses sound judgement, autonomy and influence to bring together work across areas, align policy and operational inputs, and ensure clear, consistent advice is provided to senior executives and Ministers.
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY - WHAT ELSE YOU NEED TO KNOW:
This opportunity will commence immediately and is valid to 31 December 2026, with a possible extension.
The department is committed to creating an equitable and diverse workforce. Applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, women and youth are encouraged.
Applicants found suitable, but not selected for this opportunity may be offered opportunities in similar vacancies that arise within a period of up to six (6) months from endorsement of the recruitment decision. These positions may be part or full time in a variety of metropolitan and regional locations.
IS THIS THE OPPORTUNITY YOU’RE LOOKING FOR?
To be considered for this position, please tell us in no more than two (2) pages how your skills and experience fit the role's responsibilities and essential work-related requirements as per the attached JDF. The required skills are:
- Highly developed organisational skills to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met and priorities are effectively balanced.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with team members, stakeholders, and program participants.
- The ability to be flexible, proactive and solutions focused with ability to adapt to changing circumstances, priorities, and requirements inherent in program management.
- An understanding of the Department’s role and responsibility with respect to water
Applicants are requested to apply online using the 'Apply for Job' button at the bottom of the screen by 4pm on Wednesday, 10 June 2026.
If you are seeking flexible working arrangements, clearly outline the nature of those arrangements to assist in the matching and selection process of candidates.
Please contact Jason Moynihan, Executive Director Water on (08) 6364 7549 or via email at jason.moynihan@dwer.wa.gov.au for specific information about the role.
Late applications or missed applications will not be accepted unless agreed to and at the discretion of the hiring manager prior to the advert closing date and time.
Please ensure you receive acknowledgment of receipt of your application.
ONE LAST THING - ARE YOU ELIGIBLE FOR THE ROLE?
- Applicants must be a permanent or fixed term DWER employee at the time of applying and hold an appropriate working entitlement for the duration of the vacancy.
- Fixed term applicants please note an extension to your current contract term does not result from this EOI, which may result in not fulfilling the full term of this opportunity. Any further contract extensions would require a separate request from your manager seeking Executive Director approval.
- Successful applicants will need manager approval to be released to undertake the opportunity and you may choose to discuss this potential opportunity with your manager, however you are not required to seek permission in making an application.
- No permanent appointments may be granted via this process.
- For specified calling positions, applicants must demonstrate they hold the relevant qualification/s at the time of applying.
If you have any questions on whether you are eligible to apply for the position, please create a request via the HR Portal by clicking here.
