• This position has been identified as an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander position in accordance with the provisions of Section 14a of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Only Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander candidates are eligible to apply for this position.

AFL SportsReady is a national not for profit employment and education company that has facilitated employment and education for thousands of young Australians since 1994. Whilst having a history of excellence in the football industry, we also work across sectors including the arts and creative industries, education, business and the broader sports and recreation sector, to create education and employment opportunities for young people across Australia.

WARUMILANG – “TO SOAR LIKE AN EAGLE”

From the Djab wurrung people

We have kick-started the careers of approximately 18,000 jobseekers, including over 3,000 Indigenous Australians, and supported hundreds of organisations and businesses right across Australia. Our First Nations program, Warumilang, represents the support and opportunities created for Indigenous peoples through quality education and employment.

We focus on strengthening relationships, promoting respect and creating employment and education opportunities for Indigenous people. AFL SportsReady’s works with trainees located across Australia, with our head office based in Melbourne.

THE ROLE

Supporting our First Nations team, the First Nations Program Manager will lead with purpose, to achieve objectives, develop funding submissions and provide reporting for the First Nations Programs area. The role develops, implements and evaluates projects, and leads the organisation’s culture competency work, including activities to drive cultural safety in the workplace.

The successful candidate will be versatile and adaptable, and willing to support other National organisational activities as required and may involve irregular interstate travel.

Key responsibilities of the role include:

• Management and leadership of the First Nations Program team
• Active participation in senior leadership planning and strategic objectives
• Manage national First Nations Mentors to balance caseloads and project requirements
• Develop funding submissions for grants, tenders and funding proposals, reporting on the outcomes
• Develop and manage project planning, development and implementation
• Lead the organisation’s efforts to embed the Reconciliation Action Plan’s goals and targets, and develop initiatives
• Lead the organisation’s cultural competency work, including activities to drive cultural safety

BENEFITS

• Full time, ongoing position
• Flexible location depending on suitable applicant
• Opportunity to support First Nations young people start their careers with confidence, skills and qualifications

• Base salary $110,000 - $120,000 per annum + superannuation
• Monthly mobile phone allowance
• 4 weeks Annual Leave per year
• 2 days Cultural Leave per year
• Flexible, supportive and diverse working environment
• Ongoing professional development

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

The following are essential requirements of the role:

• First Nations identified candidate
• Relevant qualifications and / or sector experience
• Established network across First Nations organisations, government agencies and industry
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge of First Nations Education and Employment programs and services
• Demonstrated understanding of the barriers First Nations young people may face, particularly in relation to education and employment
• Well-developed written communication skills including development of proposals, submissions, evaluation reports and / or tenders and funding acquittals
• Experience leading a team of First Nations employees; providing culturally safe workplace experiences while balancing performance objectives
• Demonstrated project management experience (including developing, implementing and evaluating)
• Proven organisational skills, ability to multi-task, prioritise workloads and meet deadlines and targets
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team to achieve successful outcomes
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs
• Current Driver's Licence
• Current State-based Working with Children Clearance or the willingness to obtain a Clearance for the relevant state

Demonstrated experience working in a team to deliver employment and / or education programs, and e knowledge of the Vocational Education and Training (VET) sector is desirable but not mandatory.

Applications will be assessed regularly. The closing date may vary if a successful candidate is found. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.

To be considered for the position, applications must include:

• a one-page cover letter detailing your interest in the role and a summary of your professional experience and background; and
• a current resume outlining your education and work history.

For any queries, or to request a phone call, please contact [email protected] using the subject line: First Nations Program Manager - Flexible Location enquiry via EthicalJobs.