Manager

Langford Aboriginal Association (LAA) is a not-for-profit, Aboriginal community-controlled organization dedicated to enhancing community health, wellbeing, and cultural and social connections among Aboriginal peoples and families living on 'Whadjuk Noongar Boodja'.

We currently have one vacancy within our operations team.

Position : Manager

About you We seek a professional, positive, and energetic individual with extensive experience in program design, delivery, and compliance. The ideal candidate will have experience working within diverse teams and engaging with a variety of stakeholders in a community-facing environment.

Purpose of the Position The Manager will oversee the delivery of LAA's core programs aimed at improving community health, wellbeing, and cultural and social connections. The role involves ensuring programs are culturally appropriate, community-driven, and effectively implemented. The Manager will also enhance systems, monitor performance, and promote community engagement, maintaining strong relationships with funding bodies at federal, state, and local levels, with support from the COO.

The Role The key responsibilities include :

Strategic Program Leadership & Systems Strengthening : Oversee planning, implementation, and evaluation of programs; develop systems for ongoing improvement; lead the integration of best-practice models; ensure alignment with funding agreements, organizational priorities, and community needs. Team & Staff Development : Manage program staff; provide mentorship and professional development; ensure operations within cultural protocols, safety standards, and policies. Community & Stakeholder Engagement : Build and maintain relationships with Elders, families, and community partners; develop systems to enhance participation; represent LAA at community forums and events. Performance Monitoring & Reporting : Oversee KPIs and compliance; ensure timely reporting to the COO and stakeholders; improve data collection and evaluation systems; support reporting to funders and the Board; undertake additional tasks as needed. Requirements for this position include :

Current and valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) National Police Clearance Western Australian C class motor driver's license or equivalent A resume and cover letter addressing the position requirements as detailed in the Job Description, along with two current referees LAA recognizes Aboriginality as a genuine qualification under 50D of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984. To apply, you must be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander (ATSI) descent, identify as ATSI, and be recognized as such by the ATSI community.

Closing Date : COB Friday, 11th July 2025.

Please note that the position may be filled before the closing date if suitable candidates are found.

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Your application should include :

Experience working in the not-for-profit sector Current Police Check (National Police Certificate) Current Working With Children (WWC) Check Right to work in Australia Current Australian driver's license Years of people management experience Experience with Microsoft Office products To help us investigate reports of fraudulent, misleading, or discriminatory job ads, please include any relevant details prompting your report.

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