• Fixed-term position – 2 years.
• Full Time.
• Location: Flexible.
• Salary range: $128,440 - $134,306 + salary packaging + super.

SNAICC strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

Want to work in an exciting new role within a rapidly growing organisation that makes a difference? Are you passionate about strengthening the capacity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community-controlled organisations? And ensuring children have access to high-quality, sustainable, culturally safe, and secure services in the early childhood education and care sector? If this sounds like you, we might just have your perfect job!

About the role

The Manager, Community Partner Team will oversee the various levels of foundational support, sector assistance and capacity building of the Aboriginal Community Controlled sector community-led and culturally safe projects.

The incumbent will be responsible for various programs that underpin the established partnership programs such as Connected Beginnings, CCCFR Expansion, Improving Multidisciplinary Responses and First Nations Playgroups Pilot.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a broad knowledge and understanding of human rights and issues impacting upon Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families and commitment to the rights, needs and aspirations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families.
• Has well developed supervision skills with a demonstrated ability to coach, mentor and provide ongoing professional development.
• Has demonstrated ability to work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations and people, including community leaders.
• Has excellent written and verbal communication skills, including demonstrated capacity to produce high-quality documents, evidence-based reports, submission, research papers and briefings.
• Has exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, including demonstrated ability to manage stakeholder relationships with diplomacy, sensitivity, confidentiality and tact as required.
• Has demonstrated experience in project management, including planning, execution and evaluation within contract terms
• Has experience managing and ability to manage and oversee budgets and resources to optimise productivity, ensure compliance and contribute positively.

About SNAICC

Established in 1981, SNAICC – National Voice for our Children is the national non-government peak body for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children. SNAICC’s vision is that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, young people and families are protected, our communities determine their own futures, and our cultural identity is valued. We work to amplify the voice of community and the sector for the fulfilment of the rights of our children.

SNAICC plays a key role in the following areas:

• Research and policy development, with high-level leadership, policy and sector representation.
• Training and resource design, development and delivery including topics such as early childhood development, partnerships, family support, trauma, and cultural competency.
• Support for sector development, membership, and networking.

About the Unit:

SNAICC Programs Unit aims to build the capacity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community-controlled organisations and mainstream non-government organisations to ensure that children have access to high-quality, sustainable, culturally safe, and secure services in the early childhood education and care sector.

The primary focus is to support the growth and development of the community-controlled early childhood education and care sectors across the country. The Programs Unit works to establish partnerships, provide guidance and facilitate collaboration between community-controlled organisations and mainstream non-government organisations, promoting cultural safety and inclusivity in service provision. The Programs Unit strives to enhance the accessibility, quality and sustainability of services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, ensuring their holistic development and wellbeing.

Why join SNAICC?

• Inclusive positive team culture.
• Opportunity to make a positive impact on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
• Attractive salary.
• Salary Packaging ($15,900 tax free salary component and an additional component of up to $2,650 tax-free to be spent on meals entertainment / accommodation & venue hire – subject to Government regulations).
• Leave loading.
• Cultural leave provisions.
• Flexible work arrangements.

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

The successful applicant will be required to have or obtain a current Working with Children Check and a National Police Check.

For general information about SNAICC, visit the SNAICC website.

Initial inquiries and specific questions about the role via [email protected] using the subject line: Manager - Community Partner - Flexible Location enquiry via EthicalJobs.

SNAICC reserves the right to commence recruitment proceedings immediately.

SNAICC is committed to everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children. Successful applicants are required to adhere to our Child safe practices and policies.

SNAICC does not require the assistance of recruitment agencies at this time – thank you. Please be advised that SNAICC is not responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited resumes submitted outside of its recruitment process.

A position description is attached.