NDIA EL1 Program Manager (Affirmative Measures - Disability)Currently, there are around 4.3 million Australians with a disability. The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) implements the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), which is one of the biggest social reforms in the country since Medicare. As an Agency, we support more than 600,000 participants with a significant and permanent disability, and the families and carers of those living with disability. The NDIA is designed to enhance the quality of life and increase economic and social participation for people with disability.Deadly OpportunityAre you looking for a challenging new role? In The First Nations Branch as EL1 Program Manager, you will be improving the experiences and outcomes of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander participants and staff.The First Nations Group takes the lead in the NDIA's efforts to enhance access and outcomes for First Nations people with disabilities. The First Nations Group drives system reform, policy development, and strategic initiatives that ensure First Nations voices are central to decision-making.Where you can add valueThis role involves working closely with senior leaders, internal teams, and external stakeholders to provide advice on complex issues, ensuring that project and policy outcomes align with the broader Agency's strategic direction.Responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to:Managing the facilitation of culturally safe environments for First Nations peoples and engaging with both internal and external stakeholders.Building and maintaining relationships with First Nations communities, government agencies, and other stakeholders to manage successful project and/or policy development and implementation.Managing business improvement initiatives to enhance the quality and performance of outcomes for First Nations peoples.Managing teams to deliver high-quality projects and policy initiatives, ensuring timely preparation and submission of accurate reports and briefs.Enough about us, let's talk about youThe Program Manager roles are perfect for high performing individuals dedicated to promoting equity and enhancing the well-being of First Nations peoples. This position requires strong skills in policy development and/or project management, as well as the ability to collaborate effectively across teams. Graphic design and data & analytics skills may be considered as desirable skillsets.As an ideal candidate, you will be able to work independently, organise your workflow and make decisions relating to your area of responsibility. In addition, you will demonstrate a high level of integrity and professionalism that aligns with the values and mission of the NDIA.Your NDIA ExperienceWe work as one team. We are accepting, diverse and driven. We take a shared approach to making progress. We welcome and support each other and encourage different ideas, insights and opinions. We empower and enable each other to be our best.You will work for a socially inclusive and culturally diverse workplace, that is making a meaningful impact to the lives of more than 600,000 Australians.Access to higher superannuation and above market leave entitlements.Competitive remuneration and working conditions that support a positive work life balance.Access to ongoing professional development and learning.This role is ideally performed from nationally. We intend to fill this role in an ongoing capacity, however non-ongoing roles up to 12 months with the possibility of extension up to 2 years may be offered.Successful candidates will be required to undergo a pre-employment National Police History check, Worker Screening check and/or Working with Children Check (where required) and provide evidence of Australian Citizenship.Applications for this role close on 2 December 2024 at 11:30pm AEDT.If you have any questions, please contact Bridget Carrick on or email is committed to supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce and welcomes and encourages applications from People with Disability (PwD), First Nations peoples, LGBTIQA+ people, and people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds.#J-18808-Ljbffr