- They support a sustainable arts and cultural sector that facilitates social and economic wellbeing by building capacity within the sector, providing funding and grants, progressing infrastructure projects, and delivering research, policy, information, and support.
- They help maintain a strong and diverse sport and recreation sector by removing barriers to participation, and by providing funding and support through grants, infrastructure, and major capital projects.
- They promote and support multiculturalism through the Office of Multicultural Interests, which strengthens communities to ensure WA remains a vibrant and effective multicultural society.
- They champion WA’s tourism industry and promote Western Australia as an incredible destination.
- They support the people of WA, including First Nations peoples, to connect to their culture and history through Aboriginal History Western Australia and the State Records Office.
The Creative Industries team supports a thriving WA arts and cultural sector and promotes participation and achievement in culture and the arts. The team works to highlight the social and economic benefits to the community from the creation of, and engagement in, high-quality arts experiences, including increased wellbeing and connection. They support these activities through grants and investment programs, research, and policy development. By recognising the importance of sharing Western Australia’s unique stories and cultures, including those of First Nations peoples, they make communities richer, more vibrant, and more engaged.
About the role
They are seeking a dynamic and visionary strategic leader with a proven record of executive-level impact. As Deputy Director General, Creative Industries, the successful candidate will play a central role in shaping the future of Western Australia’s creative sector, leading cross-sector collaboration and uniting government, industry, and key stakeholders to drive a bold and inclusive vision.
As a senior executive, the appointee will lead the Creative Industries Division, driving both operational delivery and strategic direction across Western Australia’s dynamic creative industries sector. The successful candidate will bring a proven ability to forge strong partnerships across government, industry, and community, and a commitment to unlocking the State’s economic potential through creative sector investment. With a track record in shaping policy, delivering high-level strategic advice, inspiring cross-sector collaboration, and uniting diverse stakeholders around a shared vision, they will play a pivotal role in strengthening WA’s cultural infrastructure and growing its creative economy. This is a unique leadership opportunity to influence meaningful, long-term outcomes for the State.
In this capacity, the senior executive will be a key member of the Corporate Executive, provide strategic advice across the Department, and lead the strategic delivery of key Government commitments that enable CITS and the Cultural Statutory Authorities to achieve Creative WA, the State’s 10-year vision to grow and sustain thriving culture, arts, and creative industries in Western Australia.
They are looking for a leader with:
- Proven leadership skills in developing and implementing strategic policy and programs to enhance services and outcomes, aligned with Government's strategic objectives for Creative Industries in Western Australia.
- Extensive understanding of the contribution and impact of WA’s Creative Industries community at a State and National level.
- Excellent management and communication skills with experience in engaging teams to deliver constructive outcomes.
- The ability to effectively influence, manage and negotiate effectively with key stakeholders, to resolve complex issues and achieve shared outcomes.
For further job-related information, please contact Denise Wetherall, Beilby Downing Teal on 0408 000 109 or email dwetherall@beilbydt.com.au
Why work with The Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport?
This diverse organisation is supported by talented people from all walks of life and many different backgrounds who are encouraged to genuinely contribute to inclusivity in the workplace.
If you want to work in an inspirational organisation where you have a voice and can contribute to the things that matter to you, then consider joining their team.
They are proudly an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace equity. They support diversity and inclusion in the public sector because it makes them stronger as an organisation and better able to meet community needs. They strongly encourage people with disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, and youth to apply.
CITS is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.
For further information on CITS, visit their website. You can also keep up to date on CITS achievements and activities by following them on LinkedIn.
What’s in it for you?
The opportunity to lead in a collaborative environment that values diversity and recognises and respects contributions from all. This is a unique opportunity to lead strategic coordination at the highest level, delivering a thriving, globally recognised creative industries ecosystem.
For information on CITS’ employee benefits visit our Careers page.
Location
This role is based in the Perth Metropolitan Area.
How to apply for this position
Applicants are encouraged to apply online and must provide:
- A comprehensive CV, which details your experience relevant to this opportunity.
- A two (2) page cover letter outlining how your skills, experience and career achievements meet the four (4) work related skills listed above and the expected behaviours of an Executive Leader.
To submit your application, please apply through the below link on Jobs WA
https://search.jobs.wa.gov.au/page.php?pageID=160&windowUID=0&AdvertID=391647
Pre-employment conditions
To be eligible for appointment, applicants must be an Australian citizen, have permanent resident status in Australia or have a visa that allows you to live and work in Australia for the period of your employment contract.
Successful applicants will be required to complete the below prior to commencement:
- A current (within 6 months) National Police Clearance Certificate will be required prior to commencement of employment.
- Pre employment Conflict of Interest form. Please see attached Conflict of Interest guide for further information.
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 Recruitment and Establishment on 08 6552 7540 or recruitmentandestablishment@cits.wa.gov.au
If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.
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
To avoid last minute congestion of the system which may result in your application being received after the closing time and therefore not be eligible, please endeavour to submit your application well before the closing time as late applications will not be accepted.
While this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, applicants found suitable for this position may be considered for ‘similar’ vacancies within CITS and/or the wider public sector which arise within 12 months of the recruitment process being endorsed. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Future vacancies may be considered to fill fixed term, permanent, part-time or full-time roles.
An executive search may be undertaken as part of the recruitment to this role to ensure a competitive field and this may extend past the closing date.
Closing date: Monday, 20 October 2025 at 4.00 pm (AWST)
Attachments
- Information for Applicants June 25.docx
https://search.jobs.wa.gov.au/files/vacancies/995010/30534807.docx
- Leadership Expectations - Executive Leader.pdf
https://search.jobs.wa.gov.au/files/vacancies/995010/30555888.pdf
- Pre employment Conflict of Interest guide June 25.docx
https://search.jobs.wa.gov.au/files/vacancies/995010/30534808.docx
The Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport (CITS) acknowledges the Aboriginal people throughout Western Australia as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands, waters, and communities in which we operate. We pay our respects to all Aboriginal people and their cultures, and to Elders past and present
