Manager Strategic Policy

About us

The Mental Health Commission’s vision is for Western Australians to lead healthy and fulfilling lives.

The Commission has recently established a dedicated Office for Alcohol and Other Drugs as part of broader reforms to improve leadership, accountability, and coordination of the alcohol and other drugs system in Western Australia.

The Office of Alcohol and Other Drugs is responsible for informing, developing, and overseeing the Government’s alcohol and other drugs strategy and system-wide strategic policy reform across the State. It will drive interagency coordination and strengthen intergovernmental and sector-wide relationships to achieve better outcomes for the Western Australian community in relation to alcohol and other drugs policy, programs and services.

About the role

We are looking for enthusiastic and dynamic applicants for the role of Manager Strategic Policy in the Office of Alcohol and Other Drugs. The role is responsible for leading, developing, and implementing key strategy, policy, and planning initiatives and projects in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to reduce harms from alcohol and other drugs.

In undertaking the role, the occupant will need to recognise that there is a commitment to focusing on the needs of the individual, their families, carers or advocates working in partnership for better alcohol and other drug outcomes and improved mental health.

Benefits and Working Conditions

Commission employees may access a range of benefits depending on position, work area and Industrial Award/Agreement, including:

• Study leave / assistance
• Option to purchase additional leave
• Extensive employee wellness program
• Flexible working hours, including flexible start/finish times
• Leadership and professional development programs
• Competitive, award-based salary

Further information about the position can be found in the attached job description form (JDF).

Leadership Expectations

We believe that all our people are leaders and expect and encourage them to demonstrate leadership in their roles. We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people and to support this we have adopted Leadership Expectations.

Further Opportunities

This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Suitable applicants may be considered for other similar vacancies within 12 months of applicants being notified of the recruitment decision.

Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 30/6/2026.

How to Apply

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You will be assessed against the selection criteria of the position, as outlined in the JDF.

You will also need to show us how your skills and experience match your ability to work in a way that reflects our values – Honesty, Engagement, Accountability, Respect and Togetherness.

A current (within 12 months) National Criminal History Check will be required prior to commencement of employment.

Submitting Your Application

For your written application please provide the following:

1. A maximum 5 page CV outlining your employment history and achievements relevant to this position.
2. A maximum 5 page statement addressing the selection criteria of this role as outlined in the JDF.

Late applications will not be accepted. If you experienced difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on for immediate assistance during business hours.

If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your participation in the recruitment process, please contact **************@mhc.wa.gov.auto to discuss how we can best assist you.