Aboriginal Link-Up Program Manager - Lead & Impact

Central Australian Aboriginal Congress; Alice Springs; On-site; AUD 147,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Flexible work policy

Professional development opportunities

Extensive leave entitlement

Job summary

Central Australian Aboriginal Congress is seeking a Manager for the Link-Up Program in Alice Springs. You will lead the service delivery, manage programs, and collaborate with national teams to support families and Stolen Generation members within Central Australia and Barley region.

The role requires Aboriginal identification, leadership experience, and willingness to travel to remote locations. A tertiary Social Services qualification is preferred and a driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Aboriginal descent and community acceptance is required.
• Tertiary qualification in Social Services or equivalent leadership experience.
• Experience in client-focused case management and knowledge of history of forcible removal of Aboriginal children.
• Experience in program management, supervising a team, budgeting and reporting.
• Ability to travel to remote locations and build a network of stakeholders.
• Currently holds a valid Driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide management and leadership to the Congress Link-Up Service and Territories Redress Scheme.
• Lead program management and delivery across identified programs.
• Collaborate with National Link-Up Services for cross-state activities.
• Support Stolen Generation Members within Central Australia and Barley region.

Skills

Aboriginal descent

Leadership

Program management

Budget management

Stakeholder networking

Travel readiness

Driver's license

Education

Tertiary qualification in Social Services

Job description

Central Australian Aboriginal Congress is seeking a Manager for the Link-Up Program in Alice Springs. You will lead the service delivery, manage programs, and collaborate with national teams to support families and Stolen Generation members within Central Australia and Barley region.

The role requires Aboriginal identification, leadership experience, and willingness to travel to remote locations. A tertiary Social Services qualification is preferred and a driver’s license is required.