Remote Assistant Program Manager – Community Employment

Central Desert Regional Council; Adelaide; Remote; AUD 95,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Public holidays

NAIDOC day leave

TOIL (time off in lieu)

Personal leave

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Job summary

Central Desert Regional Council is seeking an Assistant Program Manager to lead and oversee Remote Australia Employment Services across its Central Desert communities.

You will supervise community staff, conduct culturally responsive case management, support training pathways and employment outcomes, and ensure funded projects meet guidelines and policies. This role offers a competitive base salary and generous leave, with a strong focus on empowering Aboriginal communities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the delivery of Remote Australia Employment Services across Central Desert communities.
• Provide day-to-day supervision, guidance and operational support to community-based staff.
• Conduct culturally responsive case management, including participation activities, training pathways and employment outcomes.

Job description

Central Desert Regional Council is seeking an Assistant Program Manager to lead and oversee Remote Australia Employment Services across its Central Desert communities.

You will supervise community staff, conduct culturally responsive case management, support training pathways and employment outcomes, and ensure funded projects meet guidelines and policies. This role offers a competitive base salary and generous leave, with a strong focus on empowering Aboriginal communities.