Program Coordinator

Hoban; Sydney; On-site; AUD 68,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ASAP start

12% superannuation

Full-time (37.5h/wk)

Job summary

HOBAN Recruitment, on behalf of a Federal Government agency, seeks an APS6 Program Coordinator based in Sydney or Canberra to drive complex projects and policy initiatives with First Nations engagement. You will coordinate across government, prepare briefs, and support governance activities in a meaningful national program.

The role offers a full-time, 37.5-hour week with ASAP start, providing an opportunity to contribute to outcomes for disability services and diverse communities.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating complex government projects and programs.
• Ability to develop and refine policy and governance documents.
• Strong stakeholder engagement across diverse groups.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating projects, policy initiatives and communications aligned to strategic objectives.
• Preparing high-quality briefs, reports, submissions, executive correspondence and governance papers.
• Building and maintaining effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including First Nations communities.
• Supporting co-design approaches and culturally safe engagement practices.
• Developing communications, learning materials and training resources to strengthen cultural capability.
• Analysing evidence, data and stakeholder insights to support policy development and continuous improvement.
• Identifying opportunities to improve access and outcomes for NDIS participants.
• Contributing to governance, risk management and program planning activities.

Skills

Program coordination

Policy development

Stakeholder engagement

Written communication

Analytical thinking

Governance and risk management

NDIS knowledge

Job description

HOBAN Recruitment is proud to partner with a Federal Government agency to recruit an experienced APS6 Program Coordinator located in any client office in Sydney or Canberra. This rewarding opportunity sits within a team focused on improving access to disability services and outcomes for First Nations peoples through strategic projects, policy initiatives, stakeholder engagement and culturally safe practices. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to meaningful national initiatives, work with diverse stakeholders, and support the delivery of programs that make a genuine difference to communities across Australia.

About the Role

As an APS6 Program Coordinator, you will coordinate and support the delivery of complex projects, policy initiatives, communications and stakeholder engagement activities. You will work collaboratively across government and with external partners to develop culturally informed programs that support improved outcomes for First Nations people with disability.

Key responsibilities include:

• Coordinating projects, policy initiatives and communications aligned to strategic objectives.
• Preparing high-quality briefs, reports, submissions, executive correspondence and governance papers.
• Building and maintaining effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including First Nations communities.
• Supporting co-design approaches and culturally safe engagement practices.
• Developing communications, learning materials and training resources to strengthen cultural capability.
• Analysing evidence, data and stakeholder insights to support policy development and continuous improvement.
• Identifying opportunities to improve access and outcomes for NDIS participants.
• Contributing to governance, risk management and program planning activities.

Benefits

• Competitive pay rate of $60.26 per hour, including casual loading, providing you with financial stability and recognition for your expertise.
• 12% superannuation to secure your future and support your retirement planning.
• ASAP start date, allowing you to embark on this exciting opportunity without delay.
• Full-time position, offering 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, enabling a healthy work-life balance and time.
• Opportunity to contribute to nationally significant programs and policy initiatives.
• Meaningful work supporting improved outcomes for First Nations communities.
• Collaborative and inclusive team culture.
• Exposure to senior stakeholders and cross-agency projects.
• Opportunity to develop expertise in program delivery, policy development and stakeholder engagement.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• Experience in program coordination, policy development or project delivery within government or a similarly complex environment.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to build productive relationships across diverse groups.
• Experience working with First Nations stakeholders and an understanding of culturally safe engagement practices.
• Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to prepare high-quality briefs, reports and executive-level documentation.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, including the ability to use evidence and data to inform decision-making.
• Sound understanding of governance, risk management and government processes.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, exercise sound judgement and deliver outcomes in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of disability policy, service delivery, or the NDIS will be highly regarded.

Positions close for submissions at MIDDAY Friday 30 October 2026.

At HOBAN we encourage applications from people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people of all genders, LGBTI people, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We provide reasonable adjustments; including alternate formats to the recruitment process for individuals with disability.

Please note you do need to be an AUSTRALIAN CITIZEN for this Federal Government role.