eoi: policy, project & program officers.

Looking for your next challenge in the Western Australian Public Sector? We are establishing a high-performing Talent Pool to connect experienced government professionals with upcoming, high-priority opportunities across Perth.

We are seeking adaptable, strategic, and delivery-focused policy, project, and program specialists at Level 5, Level 6, and Level 7 (and equivalent). Whether you excel at shaping strategic policy, coordinating complex project lifecycles, or leading cross-agency programs, this expression of interest (EOI) offers a direct pathway to impactful roles at the center of government decision-making.

Key Responsibilities Across Pool Levels Depending on the specific level and role, you will be driving outcomes across policy development, project delivery, and program governance. Key duties include:

• Strategic Policy & Program Design: Undertaking complex research, policy analysis, and strategic reviews to deliver robust advice and high-level cabinet/executive briefings.
• Project & Program Management: Coordinating, executing, and monitoring strategic initiatives, roadmaps, and major reform agendas from inception through to evaluation.
• Executive Advisory & Reporting: Translating complex data and operational insights into clear, concise executive-level papers, risk frameworks, and performance dashboards.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Facilitation: Building strong collaborative partnerships across agencies, leading high-level working groups, and facilitating stakeholder consultations to drive strategic alignment.
• Operational Leadership: Guiding multidisciplinary teams, overseeing resource allocation, and delivering expertise aligned with public sector performance standards.

What’s On Offer:

• Position Types: EOI for Talent Pool (Contract / Temporary opportunities)
• Levels: Level 5, Level 6, Level 7+ (and Public Sector equivalents)
• Location: Perth CBD & Greater Perth Metropolitan area
• Sector: WA based candidates only - government

What You Bring to the Table: We are seeking current state or local government candidates who possess:

• Proven Public Sector Experience: Demonstrated track record in policy development, project coordination, or program management within a government setting.
• Executive-Ready Communication: Superior writing skills with the ability to distill complex issues into clear, actionable advice, policy notes, and executive submissions.
• Stakeholder Influence & Relationship Building: Proven capability to negotiate, consult, and build trusted relationships with senior leadership, inter-agency partners, and external stakeholders.
• Strategic Problem-Solving: An agile mindset with strong analytical capabilities and a drive to turn complex strategic priorities into practical outcomes.

Capability Alignment: Candidates will be evaluated against the core competencies of the Public Sector Capability Framework:

• Shapes and manages strategy
• Achieves results
• Builds productive relationships
• Exemplifies personal integrity and self-awareness
• Communicates and influences effectively

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.