Project Manager - Early Childhood Care and Development

The position

We are looking for a passionate and experienced Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD) Project Manager to join our team in Derby, WA , leading vital work across the West Kimberley .

Reporting to the WA Program Manager, this role will drive the adaptation, development, implementation, and evaluation of our ECCD project in partnership with local communities. You will play a key role in building strong relationships with stakeholders and implementation partners, while managing and supporting staff—including casual team members in remote communities—to deliver meaningful outcomes for children and families.

Your main duties and responsibilities will include :

• Project Management – Lead annual participatory implementation planning, monitoring and evaluating for the projects; Support the team to engage community and stakeholders to successfully implement the annual project implementation plan; Manage project and resources in line with standard WVA policies and requirements along with any contractual requirements.
• Grant & Financial Management – Development of annual budget in collaboration with operations team; Manage the project cost centre; Manage relationship and expectations of grant providers to maintain ongoing funding.
• Lead ECCD Project Team - Provide leadership and management for all ECCD project staff working on the project; Set the strategic direction for relevant staff to work towards project goals.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with partners - Work closely with our partner organisations to ensure that annual agreed partnership and training milestones are met.
• Communication, Monitoring, Reporting, and Evaluation - Monitor and work with project staff to identify challenges and lessons learned; Manage the project data collection system; Submit high quality project reports.

Your skills and experience will include :