The SCfC is a community development program funded by the Australian Government to support local governance and the delivery of services for children, young people, and families. Wanta’s role is primarily as a facilitator, subcontracting organisations to deliver programs in line with community aspirations and SCfC outcomes.

This position will be responsible for oversight and delivery of the program (a full job description can be provided upon request).

Key Responsibilities

Planning and Delivery

• Develop, deliver, monitor, and review Community Plans for Ntaria in collaboration with the Local Community Board and the broader community.
• Document the activities to be implemented over the funding period. The activities must reflect the aims of SCfC and community priorities and adopt a holistic approach to servicing community needs.
• Implement the Community Plan and the aims of SCfC by subcontracting the delivery of activities from selected service providers (Community Partners) as advised by the Local Community Board and in accordance with the Community Plan.
• Develop the local workforce by providing opportunities for skill development and participation in paid work through SCfC subcontracted services.
• Meet with local community members and elders to discuss local aspirations and to inform cultural safety, protection, and opportunity.
• Encourage and support all local Indigenous families, valuing their ideas, strategies, and aspirations.

Manage SCfC Operations

Coordinate and manage the SCfC operations for Ntaria:

• Coordinate SCfC services in the community and subcontract a range of local services to address community needs and the aims of SCfC.
• Support the establishment and successful functioning of the Local Community Board, ensuring membership represents the different clan groups, men, women, and young people in Ntaria.
• Work with the Local Community Board to shape their vision for the children, young people, and families in Ntaria.

Financial Management

• With support from the Wanta CEO, Regional Manager – Central Australia, and the Finance and Communications Manager, develop and have complete oversight of the SCfC annual budget.
• Provide to the Local Community Board, access, and visibility of the financial management arrangements for SCfC, including Facilitating Partner costs, individual activity budgets and the overall SCfC budget position.

Reporting

• Work with the Regional Manager – Central Australia, and Finance Manager to monitor and report on SCfC outcomes aligned with the programs 'Data Collection' guidelines.
• Maintain accurate, up to date records.
• Complete NIAA six-monthly reporting.
• Relationships and stakeholder management

In collaboration with Wanta senior staff:

• Ensure all programs are delivered with quality and integrity.
• Ensure Policies and Procedures are in place, reviewed, implemented, and updated as needed.

Contribute to Wanta

• Be a positive, innovative, and active member of Wanta and participate and support broader activities of the organisation.
• Participate in professional development programs offered by Wanta.

Key selection criteria for the position:

• Knowledge, skills, and experience working in community development.
• Demonstrated high level ability to plan and deliver community development programs.
• Excellent communication and people skills, both verbal and written
• A current full driver’s license (plus 4WD experience is desirable)
• Willingness to undergo national police check and Ochre Card application (if an Ochre Card is not already held)

Desirable Attributes

• Degree or recognised qualification is an advantage.
• Experience working and living in remote Indigenous communities is desirable but not essential.
• Personal Attributes
• Self-starter who thinks systemically and thrives in an environment that is ambiguous and complex.
• Creates and embraces a culturally diverse workforce.

If you require the full job description or additional information, please email [email protected] or call 0422672492.