October 1, 2024

The Smith Family

Regional Programs Manager

Help young Australians overcome educational inequality caused by poverty
Leadership role driving program delivery in the NT
Darwin based (Hybrid work flexibility)

At The Smith Family, we believe that education is one of the world’s most powerful change agents. That’s why we focus on helping young Australians to overcome educational inequality caused by poverty.
As a national, independent charity, every day we work with thousands of children and their families to help them unlock better futures for themselves.

We are seeking an experienced leader to manage and drive our program delivery activities in the NT. Reporting to the General Manager, SA and NT, and leading an energised, and passionate team, this role will responsible for the implementation of current and pilot programs including our Learning for Life (LFL) scholarship program.

As a senior leader based in the NT, the Regional Programs Manager (RPM) contributes to our strategic objectives in program management and delivery, including building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders educational space in the NT. The RPM will also be heavily involved in coaching and mentoring to develop capability across a geographically dispersed team.

About our role

You will be responsible for:

Delivery of programs in accordance with Policy and Program Framework
Leading a geographically dispersed team
Contributing to the continuous improvement of program delivery models.
Participating in and lead State/Territory team planning and performance reporting, including programs, revenue, and budget
Liaising with the General Manager and other national policy and program managers regarding significant State/Territory opportunities and risk issues
Managing a broad set of relationships within a complex organisational structure

About you

You are a results-driven professional with experience in program delivery, team leadership, and stakeholder engagement. Your background in working with diverse communities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families, and your strong people leadership skills will set you up for success. As well as passion for community, you will bring the following:

Relevant tertiary level qualification or equivalent experience
Demonstrated experience in managing quality program implementation
Ability to manage complex relationships and lead geographically dispersed teams.
Demonstrated experience in building and developing a high performing team
Demonstrated experience delivering programs to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families
Financial Management within a project management framework
Demonstrated experience in working with disadvantaged/marginalised groups and communities
Presentation and facilitation skills
Have or willing to obtain an employee Working With Children's Check

About our culture

The Smith Family has employees at the centre of its values and operations. By joining our team you can expect to:

Find balance; with flexible work options and opportunities to purchase additional annual leave.
Maximise your take home pay; with salary packaging, as well as opportunities to save with discounts at retailers across the country.
Fulfill your potential, with excellent career opportunities, a suite of development programs and a dedicated learning and development platform.
Feel you belong; with inclusive leave options, including paid parental, cultural and gender affirmation leave.
Thrive with support for you and your family’s mental and physical health with a complete care and safety platform with unlimited Employee Assistance.

If you are passionate about what you do, committed to make a difference and this sounds like your next role, please click apply, we’d love to hear from you. You may view the position description here.

Closing date: 23 October 2024

Due to the nature of this role, the successful candidate must be prepared to undertake a National Police Check and a Working with Children’s Check. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to principles of cultural diversity. Applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged.