Child Welfare, Youth & Family Services (Community Services & Development)
Calling experienced program managers with an interest in platforming the voices of young people with disability, to guide our key projects!
ABOUT US
The Youth Disability Advocacy Network Inc. (YDAN) is Western Australia's peak organisation for young people with disabilities (YPWD), seeking to address the exclusion of young people with disability in a rapidly changing society.
We are the leading voice of YPWD in WA, ensuring they are respected, valued, and listened to in all aspects of life.
THE ROLE
Are you an experienced Programs Manager looking for a healthy work-life balance and to make meaningful change? This role is a 0.6 FTE (3 days per week, or equivalent hours) 8-month contract with the possibility of extension. The role works primarily from our office in Nedlands with opportunity for flexible working arrangements.
The pay rate starts at $49.28 / hour (SCHADS 5.1) with generous Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) exemptions available.
The Program Manager will work closely with Project Coordinators supervising the completion of project deliverables by:
Organising regularly project update meetings
Facilitating timely delivery of key project milestones
Facilitating the completion of comprehensive project progress reports
Ensuring all documentation is maintained
The Program Manager will also play a vital role in representing YDAN to external stakeholders such as:
Delivering presentations on key insights to projects
Delivering external communications regarding reporting and funding
Promoting the organisation's projects and services.
Preparing reports, correspondences and other documents to support community updates.
THE PROJECTS
You will be responsible for overseeing YDAN's current projects, building the capacity of young people with disabilities themselves, and supporting systemic change.
Current projects include:
UNLEASHED 2021
Empowering Young Leaders in Disability 2023
Systemic Advocacy (Access and Inclusion Matters Project)
Consulting Services
SELECTION CRITERIA
ESSENTIAL SKILLS
Strong understanding of youth issues and the disability and community services sector in WA
Living experience and/or sound understanding of current issues for young people with disability is highly desirable
Demonstrated experience with line management of staff/volunteers to achieve their goals and program/project deliverables and assisting with staff training and development
Demonstrated highly developed presentation skills, including experience in the preparation of reports, briefing and other documentation to support and inform a variety of stakeholders
Demonstrated experience of project management, including project development, budget management, and reporting
Strong written communication and research skills, including experience writing grant/tender applications and outcomes reporting
Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills in a variety of settings
Relevant qualifications or demonstrated experience in a similar role.
ESSENTIAL ATTRIBUTES
A commitment to support and promote the overall objectives of YDAN
Self-motivation and ability to deal with a high level of responsibility
Adaptability and the ability to work collaboratively within a small team
ELIGIBILITY
You will be required to obtain a current National Police History Check and Working with Children Check (WWCC) prior to commencement of employment.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Qualifications in social studies, health sciences, social work, public policy or another relevant discipline or equivalent and appropriate experience.
Experience with high-level project decision-making and documentation.
Experience working with young people or people with disability is highly desirable.
Knowledge of co-design, youth-led projects and the importance of centring young people, and their voice, in project development and delivery
Knowledge of current Federal, State, and non-government social policy issues.
TO APPLY
Please apply either via Seek or by emailing your application to Isabella Choate at (email address), and include the following:
Your current CV
A document addressing the selection criteria (four pages maximum)
Applications close Sunday 1st December, or sooner if the right applicant comes along. We would encourage you to apply without delay and look forward to receiving your application!
Your application will include the following questions:
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?
Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?
How many years of project management experience do you have?
Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
Do you own or have regular access to a car?
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