Program Manager

9 hours ago

Perth, Western Australia ELMO Cloud HR & Payroll Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year
Introduction

About the Waalitj Foundation:

The Waalitj Foundation is a not for profit organisation that strives to be a leader in the provision of education, business and employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians. We aim to influence and inspire the empowerment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people through our diverse work force, which is led by our First Australian role models. We are passionate about our focus in providing education and employment opportunities.



Description

The Waalitj Foundation has an exciting opportunity for a passionate Program Manager to join the Deadly Sista Girlz Team and create positive change for First Nations Australian young women. This is a full-time, fixed term position until December 2027, located in our East Victoria Park Office.

About the Position:

The Program Manager is responsible for leading the strategic development, implementation, and evaluation of the Deadly Sista Girlz Program that supports female First Nations Australian students, ensuring culturally responsive practices are embedded across student support initiatives, with a focus on improving engagement, retention, and academic success.

The Program Manager provides leadership to the DSG Student Support Officer, DSG Program Mentor and other team members across various school locations, across Western Australia and Victoria, fostering a culturally safe and inclusive learning environment.



Skills And Experiences

Skills and Experience:

To be suitable for this role you will need to demonstrate the following work-related requirements and experience:

Essential

  • Demonstrated experience in program management, preferably in education or community services.
  • Proven leadership skills, including staff supervision and stakeholder engagement.
  • Strong understanding of the barriers affecting First Nations Australian female students and strategies to address them.
  • High-level analytical skills, including experience with data-driven program evaluation.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver outcomes in a dynamic environment.

Desirable

  • Relevant tertiary qualifications in education, social work, community development, or a related field.
  • Knowledge of local First Nations Australian communities and support networks.
  • Experience working in culturally diverse or educational settings.

What We Offer You:

  • 9 Day fortnight
  • An attractive salary including Salary Packaging
  • Professional development opportunities
  • A friendly and supportive work environment   

Please note this is an Identified Position for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Applicants only.

Essential requirements include holding or the ability to obtain:

  • 'C' class driver's licence
  • Working With Children Check
  • Education Department clearance

Application details:

Please apply with a Cover Letter and Resume by 5pm on Monday, 1 December 2025.

For position related inquiries please contact the People and Capability Team at

NB: Shortlisting may happen prior to closing date.


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