About Northside Community Service

Established in 1976, Northside Community Service is a leading non-profit organisation dedicated to serving the diverse needs of North Canberra and beyond. We are committed to social justice, diversity, and giving a voice to the marginalised. Our broad array of services includes early childhood education, aged care, youth programs, family support, housing initiatives, community development, outreach, and volunteer opportunities.

Position Overview: Manager (Community Programs)

We are excited to offer a full-time, permanent opportunity for a Manager (Community Programs) at our Dickson ACT location. The Manager will lead the strategic planning, development, and implementation of Northside’s community-focused initiatives, aligning with the organisation's strategic goals, and addressing community needs. This role encompasses oversight of tenancy, case management, community development, and engagement programs.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

For a detailed position description, please visit the 'Job Vacancies' section of our website at northside.asn.au.

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• Professional qualifications in social work, case management, community development, or a related field.
• Proven experience in strategic planning and management of community programs, with ability to align initiatives with organisational goals.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing diverse teams, promoting a culture of high performance and accountability, and driving professional growth..

Benefits of Joining Northside

• Competitive salary range: $113,835 to $128,245 including superannuation.
• Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging options that increase your take-home pay.
• Generous leave entitlements including Personal/Carer's leave, Paid Holiday Shutdown, Paid Parental Leave, Study Leave, and more.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a supportive team environment.

Commitment to Safety and Inclusion

Northside Community Service is dedicated to child safety and adheres to strict recruitment processes to ensure this. Candidates must pass comprehensive screenings and will be inducted thoroughly into our safety protocols. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, seeking candidates from diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTIQA+ community, people with disabilities, and others.

To submit your application, click 'Apply Now'.

Confidential enquiries may be made by contacting Human Resources (02 6171 8000) or emailing [email protected], using the subject line: Manager (Community Programs) enquiry via EthicalJobs.

A position description is attached.