Community Programs Manager

Australia
Permanent
Full-time

1 month ago

Opportunity to significantly impact Indigenous health in remote South Australia
Flexible location with commitment to regular travel & presence on the APY Lands
Suits candidates from public health, community and international development

About NganampaNganampa Health Council (NHC) is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation and for over 40 years has been delivering high-quality primary health care across the Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (APY) Lands in the far northwest of South Australia. Home to approximately 3,000 residents, the APY Lands border the Northern Territory and Western Australia. Anangu culture is strong and Pitjantjatjara and Yankunytjatjara are first languages.About the TeamCommunity Programs brings together the environmental health and welfare program Uwankara Palyanyku Kanyintjaku, the Tackling Indigenous Smoking (TIS) program and the Anangu Workforce Development Program (AWD). It’s a newly formed team focussed on strengthening Nganampa’s Anangu workforce and it’s second responder program, and the active involvement of Anangu in the management and operation of the Health Council’s programs.About the RoleReporting to the Health Services Manager, you will lead a multi-disciplinary team to implement and improve programs that address environmental and social factors impacting health and wellbeing outcomes for Anangu, as well as public health initiatives such as the Tackling Indigenous Smoking Program. You'll oversee workforce development initiatives to create employment and training pathways for Anangu and that continue to ensure the safety and security of staff in daily and after-hours operations.About youYou will bring experience leading community-based public health or workforce development programs, ideally within Indigenous and remote settings, along with an understanding of government and philanthropic funding in the areas of public, environmental or Indigenous health and wellbeing. You will be an experienced leader with a considered and collaborative approach, and a track record in delivering effective programs.
You will have:

Strong intercultural engagement skills and the ability to build trust and meaningful relationships
A committed mentoring and coaching approach to employee management
Demonstrated ability to engage and collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders, including government agencies, funding bodies, and community organisations and groups
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt in dynamic, cross-cultural, remote working environments
Experience in program analysis and design, impact reporting, and project management
A strong focus on and commitment to fostering Indigenous self-determination

You will gain

The opportunity to experience with Anangu, community life on their traditional lands
The opportunity to create meaningful impact through your work, and leave a legacy for future generations
Generous salary & packaging benefits, additional leave entitlements, and relocation assistance
Access to a fully maintained 4WD vehicle and furnished accommodation on the APY Lands
Preferred Alice Springs office location, remote hybrid working arrangement considered

A current Australian driver’s license and a willingness to travel to remote areas, including by small aircraft is required for this role.Do you hold a deep commitment to improving health equity and creating meaningful employment pathways for Aboriginal people? To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter addressing the skills and experience required. Alternatively, call Kelly Gentle at NGO Recruitment in Sydney on 02 8243 0570 to have an information pack emailed to you.Please note there is no formal closing date for this role, if you are interested, we would encourage you to apply as soon as possible.NGO Recruitment values equitable recruitment practices and is committed to representing candidates reflective of the diverse organisations and communities we work with. We welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds, ages, and identities, and are happy to adjust our recruitment process to support accessibility needs. If you are interested in this position and have most of the skills or experience we are looking for, please go ahead and apply.

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