Outreach Program Manager (identified position)

Larrakia Nation Aboriginal Corporation; Darwin; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Larrakia Nation Aboriginal Corporation is seeking an Outreach Program Manager in Darwin who will oversee planning, delivery, and evaluation of outreach services for Larrakia people and the broader community. The role requires coordinating multidisciplinary teams, developing program plans, and ensuring culturally safe practices are integrated into service delivery.

You will work with community members, partner agencies, and government bodies to strengthen relationships, identify needs, and

Qualifications

• Experience in community outreach, program coordination, or social services.
• Skills in building partnerships with Aboriginal communities, government agencies, and local service providers.
• Strong written and verbal communication, reporting, and documentation.
• Planning, monitoring, and evaluating programs, including basic budgeting.
• Understanding of Aboriginal cultural safety and trauma-informed practice.
• On-site work in Darwin, with flexibility to attend community locations.
• Must have a current driver’s license and meet relevant compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, delivery, and evaluation of outreach services.
• Coordinate outreach teams and develop program plans.
• Manage schedules and budgets; monitor and report on progress.
• Maintain accurate records and support continuous improvement of outreach models.
• Promote culturally safe practices and incorporate Larrakia perspectives in service design.
• Collaborate with community members, partner organizations, and government agencies.

Skills

Community outreach

Program coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Budgeting & reporting

Cultural safety

On-site Darwin work

Driver’s license

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in community services, social work, health, human services, management, or related discipline

Job description

Eligibility

These are Aff. Measures – First Nations applicants only positions.

The filling of this vacancy is intended to constitute an Affinit ???

• be an Aboriginal person and/or a Torres Strait Islander person
• identify as an Aboriginal person and/or a Torres Strait Islander person, and
• be accepted by their community as being and Aboriginal and/or a Torres Strait Islander person

Successful applicants will be required to provide evidence of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander status before being appointed to the role.

This role is an Indigenous Identified position.Please do not apply if you do not identify as Australian Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

Company Description

Larrakia Nation Aboriginal Corporation is the peak representative body for the Larrakia peoples, dedicated to caring for Larrakia people, culture, and country. The organization plays an active role in decisions affecting Larrakia communities and land, ensuring that local voices guide services and policy. Larrakia Nation delivers a diverse range of community-based services across the Darwin region, including aged and disability care, family and cultural support, tenancy assistance, and outreach programs. The corporation also operates initiatives such as patrol services, Healthy Engagement and Assistance in the Long Grass, Return to Country, Larrakia Hosts, and Land and Sea Rangers, making it a vital provider of holistic support in the area.

Role Description

The Outreach Program Manager is responsible for overseeing the planning, delivery, and evaluation of outreach services that support Larrakia people and broader community members in Darwin, NT. This on-site role includes coordinating outreach teams, developing program plans, managing schedules, and ensuring services such as patrol, engagement in the long grass, and family support are delivered effectively and safely. The manager will work closely with community members, partner organizations, and government agencies to strengthen relationships, identify needs, and improve access to services. Day-to-day tasks include supervising staff, monitoring program budgets and reporting, maintaining accurate records, and contributing to continuous improvement of outreach models. The role also involves supporting culturally safe practices, promoting Larrakia perspectives in service design, and assisting with strategic initiatives within Larrakia Nation.

Qualifications

• Experience in community outreach, program coordination, or social services, including managing multidisciplinary teams and service delivery in complex environments.
• Skills in stakeholder engagement and partnership building, with the ability to collaborate effectively with Aboriginal communities, government agencies, and local service providers.
• Strong communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills, including the ability to prepare clear reports, facilitate meetings, and engage with diverse community members respectfully.
• Competence in planning, monitoring, and evaluation, including basic budgeting, data collection, and use of information systems to track outcomes and inform improvements.
• Understanding of Aboriginal cultural safety, trauma-informed practice, and the social determinants of health, with a commitment to upholding Larrakia cultural values and protocols.
• Relevant tertiary qualification in community services, social work, health, human services, management, or related discipline, or equivalent experience in a similar role.
• Proven ability to work on-site in Darwin, NT, with flexibility to attend community locations, conduct outreach, and respond to changing community needs.
• Current driver’s license and ability to meet employment-related compliance requirements (e.g., working with children and police clearances) as required.