Langford Aboriginal Association (LAA) is a not for profit, Aboriginal community-controlled organisation. We work to improve community health, wellbeing, cultural and social connections to all Aboriginal peoples’ and families living on ‘Whadjuk Noongar Boodja’.

Job Opportunity: Manager

We currently have one vacancy within our operations team.

Position: Manager

About you

We are looking for a professional, positive and energetic individual with extensive program design, delivery and compliance. You will have experience working within diverse teams and thrive on working with a varied range of stakeholders in a community facing environment.

Purpose of the Position

The Manager oversees program delivery for LAA core programs that are designed to improve community health, wellbeing, cultural and social connections to all Aboriginal peoples’ and families living on ‘Whadjuk Noongar Boodja’.The Manager will ensure that LAA programs are implemented effectively, are culturally appropriate, and driven by the community. This position improves systems by enhancing structures, monitoring performance, and promoting community engagement. LAA works with a diverse group of funding bodies at federal, state and local level, and with the support of the COO this role will maintain a strong working relationship with these funding bodies.

The Role

The key responsibilities of this role include:

· Strategic Program Leadership & Systems Strengthening: Oversee the planning, implementation, and evaluation of LAA’s core programs. Develop systems for continuous improvement, ensuring long-term impact and sustainability. Lead the design and integration of best-practice models for cultural and family support services. Ensure programs are aligned with funding agreements, organisational priorities, and community needs.

· Team & Staff Development: Manage program staff for efficient service delivery. Strengthen team capacity, providing mentorship, professional development, and performance oversight. Ensure all staff operate within cultural protocols, safety standards, and organisational policies.

· Community & Stakeholder Engagement: Establish and maintain relationships with Elders, families, and community partners, with guidance from the LAA Executive Team. Develop systems to enhance client participation, ensuring culturally safe engagement. Represent LAA in community forums, stakeholder meetings, and public events.

· Performance Monitoring & Reporting: Oversee program KPIs, ensuring all activities meet compliance and reporting requirements. Ensure timely and accurate program reports are submitted to the COO, in collaboration with relevant internal stakeholders, to support effective decision-making and compliance with funding bodies. Improve systems for data collection and evaluation, ensuring programs are outcomes-focused. Support the COO in reporting to funders, the Board, and other stakeholders. Undertake additional tasks as requested by the COO or CEO.

For this position, you must hold a current and valid;

Working with Children Check (WWCC)

National Police Clearance

Western Australian C class motor drivers license or equivalent

A resume and cover letter addressing the position requirements as detailed in the Job Description and 2 current referees are essential.

For a full job description please contact LAA reception on 9451 1424 or email [email protected] , noting which position you’re interested in applying for.

LAA recognises Aboriginality as a genuine qualification for this position under 50D of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984. To apply you must be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander (ATSI) descent, identify as ATSI and be recognised as such by the ATSI community.

Closing Date: COB Friday 11th July 2025.

Please note that the positions may be filled before the advertised closing date if suitable candidates are found.