The Polly Farmer Foundation is one of Australia's leading not-for-profit organisations delivering educational programs that support the needs, interests, and aspirations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and families for over 25 years.

Your role

The Polly Farmer Foundation is searching for a Program Coordinator who is passionate about working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.

The position is part time (1 - 2 days per week), fixed-term and based in Newman, WA in 2025.

The Primary Program Coordinator role is responsible for leading and managing an after school Follow the Dream Primary Program. The Program Coordinator ensures programs meet the needs of students and the requirements of key stakeholders, including parents, community, funding partners, and schools. The Program Coordinator will be responsible for managing staff who report to this position and report to the Program Regional Manager.

Your Responsibilities

The Follow the Dream Primary program runs 1-2 days a week after school for 2 hours each day during school term. The successful applicant will oversee the day-to-day operations of the Follow the Dream program, including student instruction, supervision and management of casual staff.

Recruitment and engagement of tutors for the Follow the Dream program in partnership with the Regional Manager and HR team.

Work closely with students and families and the Aboriginal Community in the local area.

Document and collect data relating to the program for reporting.

General administrative tasks relating to the Follow the Dream program.

Work in Partnership with school staff and leadership to create implement and deliver curricula for students within the program.

Build and sustain community relationships.

What you will bring

Experience in delivering an educational program.

Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with important stakeholders, such as parents, teachers, students and funding partners and community members.

Experience engaging and working with Aboriginal Communities.

Administration skills ability to report and collect data relating to program reporting requirements.

Understanding of funding partnerships and budgeting.

Hold or be willing to obtain a Working with Children Check.

Hold a current driver's license.

You currently reside in Newman, WA.

What we offer

Work within a supportive, close-knit team

Rewarding meaningful part-time permanent opportunity

Competitive salary packaging options

12.5 days of personal leave (pro-rata)

4 weeks of annual leave (pro-rata)

Flexible working arrangements - 1 or 2 days per week and the ability to work from home.

How to Apply:

A cover letter demonstrating how your skills, education and professional experience meet the requirements of the role as outlined in the position description, should be submitted with your application.

Applications for this role close on Friday 9th May 2025 at 4 pm AWST.

The Polly Farmer Foundation reserves the right to close this advertisement early if a suitable candidate is identified.

The Polly Farmer Foundation is committed to providing employment and educational opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians across our workplaces and in our programs. People who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

For further information, or to discuss the role, please contact Program Manager Simon Thompson - [email protected]