EMPLOYMENT

The Department of Communities brings together the services and functions of disability services, child protection and family support, housing, community initiatives and regional services reform. Communities is a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the Carers Employers program . The program defines best practice standards by creating a carer friendly workplace, enabling staff to balance work and care, while continuing to contribute to the wellbeing of individuals, families and the community. The Opportunity As a Business Development Manager you will lead a team of project managers, business development officers and property analysts to develop social housing opportunities in partnership with industry. You will identify, progress and develop business development proposals to increase the supply and diversity of social, affordable and specialised accommodation housing. Manage a range of complex projects, transactions, negotiations and contracts to enable and improve outcomes. Provide leadership within a highly creative, innovative and dynamic Directorate that strives to deliver excellence within the agency, and which focuses primarily on delivering commercial housing outcomes underpinned by sound social and economic investment. The role will require you to establish and maintain effective relationships with builders, developers, State government agencies, community housing providers, local government authorities, private industry and other relevant external stakeholders to promote streamlined delivery of residential housing in Western Australia while complying with relevant legislation, state government policies and procedures and industry best practice The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact Garrick Allen, Executive Director Strategy, Planning and Policy on 0438 703 076]. There is currently 1 permanent position available for immediate filling. Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for this or similar future vacancies (fixed term or permanent) that arise within the next 12 months across the Department of Communities. Join the Department of Communities Apply online by clicking the ‘ Apply for Job ’ button (above and below) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only: A current resume/CV. A two [2] page written application addressing all the Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF. A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable). An application form (for hard copy applications only). For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact Kim Cleasby, HR Consultant via email HRRecruitmentcommunities.wa.gov.au . We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers: TTY/voice calls - 133 677 Speak & Listen - 1300 555 727 SMS relay - 0423 677 767 Equity and Diversity The Department of Communities embraces diversity and firmly believes that the best services come from a workplace, where varied viewpoints are welcomed and encouraged every day. We are committed to creating an equitable and diverse workforce, where we encourage applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, women and youth. If you have any access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, or alternative methods of communication, please contact Kim Cleasby. If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64. Lodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted.