Manager Program Strategy and Engagement

Division: Operations

Location:
Sydney, NSW, AU, 2000 Lismore, NSW, AU, 2480 Parramatta, NSW, AU, 2150

Req ID: 77012

• Lead the design and evolution of recovery programs that help communities prepare for, adapt to, and rebuild from disasters—where strategy meets impact.

• Temporary full-time opportunity up to December 2026.

• Role based in Parramatta or Lismore (other regional locations negotiable), with flexible/hybrid working environment.

• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $149,739 - $173,174 + super

About the role

As the Manager Program Strategy and Engagement, you will lead the design, review, and continuous improvement of community recovery programs. This role is pivotal in ensuring that programs are responsive to the evolving needs of disaster-impacted communities.

You will drive collaboration across government and external stakeholders, oversee program governance, and lead strategic engagement to ensure communities are equipped to prepare for, adapt to, and recover from disasters. Your leadership will influence the development of business cases, program reforms, and evaluation strategies that deliver measurable outcomes and support long-term resilience

About You

You will be a strong candidate for this role if you can demonstrate:

• Proven experience in program design, including business case development and governance oversight.
• Strong leadership in managing cross-agency project teams to deliver program improvements.
• Expertise in developing and implementing monitoring and evaluation strategies for funding programs.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills, with the ability to develop practical solutions.
• A track record of building and maintaining productive relationships across government and with external partners.
• High-level written communication skills, including the preparation of reports, briefs, and correspondence for senior audiences.

Essential Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in designing, delivering and coordinating funding programs.

• Ability to synthesise complex material from multiple sources and provided analysis and advice

• Ability to work and manage a multi-disciplinary team and contractors.

For more information read the full Role Description: Manager Program Strategy and Engagement

About the Agency

The NSW Reconstruction Authority (RA) is a statutory corporation and executive agency of the Premier's Department, that will improve how NSW plans for disasters and ensure that we recover from them faster.

To reduce the severity and impacts of disasters, the RA will complete critical planning and preparation with communities, businesses and government. When disaster does strike, we will get recovery started swiftly and coordinate reconstruction efforts across agencies, communities and other stakeholders.

Joining our team with a rewarding job in a community-driven agency is just the start. The RA also offers:

• Flexible working practices

• Contemporary workspaces and technology

• Access to learning and development opportunities

• Employee assistance and wellbeing program (with a cool app)

• Workforce that values inclusion

• Competitive pay and conditions

• Fitness Passport with a choice of 200+ gyms and pools across NSW

To Apply

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close Monday 25 August 2025 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Tanya Latanville, Director Community Recovery Programs via or via

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Looking for more information or assistance in applying?

Great people come from all walks of life. At NSW Reconstruction Authority we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote gender diversity in our workplaces, the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and the employment of people with a disability. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background or sexual orientation.

We encourage and support applications from people with a disability. If you require an adjustment to be made to the recruitment process (including alternate formats) please contact the Talent Team via or and reference the Job Title and Reference Number for the role in which you are requesting the adjustment for.