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Job Description
Manager Planning Research & Reporting
Salary:
PSCSA Level 6 - $124,673 - 137,399 per annum
Location:
Perth, WA 6000
Unit/Division:
Strategy & Partnerships
Work Type:
Permanent - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time
Position No:
16367
Closing Date:
2026-04-10 4:00 PM
Are you ready to step into a role where your ideas, insights and leadership will directly influence the direction and performance of an entire organisation? We are seeking a dynamic Manager, Planning, Research & Reporting to champion our strategic vision and help drive meaningful, measurable outcomes across the business.
In this pivotal role, you will guide the development and continual refinement of our organisation’s key plans and frameworks, ensuring they evolve in step with our ambitions, while working closely with leaders across all directorates to bring clarity, alignment and innovation to business planning. You’ll also lead the enhancement of our reporting systems—leveraging technology, building capability, and shaping change strategies that elevate how we measure and communicate success. From overseeing major annual reporting processes to evaluating priority programs, your work will illuminate our achievements and highlight opportunities for continued growth. Your days will be filled with variety and influence as you design and facilitate workshops for senior teams, spearhead research initiatives that spark performance improvement, and contribute to important corporate projects that cross traditional boundaries. You will be the trusted adviser staff turn to for guidance on planning, research, performance metrics, compliance and sector insights, helping build capability and strengthen organisational performance across the board.
Success in this role is built on your ability to form strong, productive relationships both internally and externally. You’ll represent us with confidence—partnering with industry, community groups, government agencies, and key stakeholders to drive shared outcomes and uphold our mission, values and strategic direction.
If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for organisational improvement, a talent for turning data into meaningful stories and a knack for building strong partnerships, this is your opportunity to make a real and lasting impact. Step into a forward‑thinking team, shape the way we work, and help us deliver the high‑performance culture we are striving for.
Ready to lead, inspire and elevate our organisation? We’d love to hear from you.
The Arts and Culture Trust enriches the cultural landscape of Western Australia through arts experiences hosted at iconic venues. Learn more about us here.
ACT is committed to fostering workplace equity and diversity. We encourage applications from Aboriginal people, women, individuals with disabilities, youth, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds.
For further information about the role, please contact Kate Bell via email at kate.bell@artsculturetrust.wa.gov.au.
Here at ACT we offer:
Flexible work arrangements.
Competitive superannuation benefits
Additional leave entitlements, including public service holidays.
Generous parental leave provisions with flexibility for returning parents.
Are you ready to start this exciting new chapter?
To apply, please submit:
A comprehensive CV highlighting your skills and experience relevant to the role, along with two professional references.
a two-page cover letter that addresses the essential criteria highlighted in the job description.
If you encounter any issues with the online application process, please reach out to ACT People & Culture on at (08) 9265 0909 or via email employment@artsculturetrust.wa.gov.au for assistance.
Conditions
A current Satisfactory National Police Clearance (within 6 months) will be required prior to commencing employment.
Applicants for permanent positions in the Western Australian Public Sector must be Australian citizen or hold permanent resident status. For temporary (fixed-term) positions, proof of eligibility to work in Australia for the contract duration is required.
Salary:
PSCSA Level 6 - $124,673 - 137,399 per annum
Location:
Perth, WA 6000
Unit/Division:
Strategy & Partnerships
Work Type:
Permanent - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time
Position No:
16367
Closing Date:
2026-04-10 4:00 PM
Are you ready to step into a role where your ideas, insights and leadership will directly influence the direction and performance of an entire organisation? We are seeking a dynamic Manager, Planning, Research & Reporting to champion our strategic vision and help drive meaningful, measurable outcomes across the business.
In this pivotal role, you will guide the development and continual refinement of our organisation’s key plans and frameworks, ensuring they evolve in step with our ambitions, while working closely with leaders across all directorates to bring clarity, alignment and innovation to business planning. You’ll also lead the enhancement of our reporting systems—leveraging technology, building capability, and shaping change strategies that elevate how we measure and communicate success. From overseeing major annual reporting processes to evaluating priority programs, your work will illuminate our achievements and highlight opportunities for continued growth. Your days will be filled with variety and influence as you design and facilitate workshops for senior teams, spearhead research initiatives that spark performance improvement, and contribute to important corporate projects that cross traditional boundaries. You will be the trusted adviser staff turn to for guidance on planning, research, performance metrics, compliance and sector insights, helping build capability and strengthen organisational performance across the board.
Success in this role is built on your ability to form strong, productive relationships both internally and externally. You’ll represent us with confidence—partnering with industry, community groups, government agencies, and key stakeholders to drive shared outcomes and uphold our mission, values and strategic direction.
If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for organisational improvement, a talent for turning data into meaningful stories and a knack for building strong partnerships, this is your opportunity to make a real and lasting impact. Step into a forward‑thinking team, shape the way we work, and help us deliver the high‑performance culture we are striving for.
Ready to lead, inspire and elevate our organisation? We’d love to hear from you.
The Arts and Culture Trust enriches the cultural landscape of Western Australia through arts experiences hosted at iconic venues. Learn more about us here.
ACT is committed to fostering workplace equity and diversity. We encourage applications from Aboriginal people, women, individuals with disabilities, youth, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds.
For further information about the role, please contact Kate Bell via email at kate.bell@artsculturetrust.wa.gov.au.
Here at ACT we offer:
Flexible work arrangements.
Competitive superannuation benefits
Additional leave entitlements, including public service holidays.
Generous parental leave provisions with flexibility for returning parents.
Are you ready to start this exciting new chapter?
To apply, please submit:
A comprehensive CV highlighting your skills and experience relevant to the role, along with two professional references.
a two-page cover letter that addresses the essential criteria highlighted in the job description.
If you encounter any issues with the online application process, please reach out to ACT People & Culture on at (08) 9265 0909 or via email employment@artsculturetrust.wa.gov.au for assistance.
Conditions
A current Satisfactory National Police Clearance (within 6 months) will be required prior to commencing employment.
Applicants for permanent positions in the Western Australian Public Sector must be Australian citizen or hold permanent resident status. For temporary (fixed-term) positions, proof of eligibility to work in Australia for the contract duration is required.
