Scholarship Program Manager

Office located in Moore Park NSW – Travel required | Full-time | Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Identified Role

$125,000 total remuneration package per annum, including superannuation. GO Foundation offers access to salary packaging benefits as a registered not-for-profit employer.

GO Foundation Story

Integrity. Equality. Opportunity. Strength in Culture.

Founded by AFL legends Adam Goodes and Michael O’Loughlin, the GO Foundation was created to empower Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people through education. We provide scholarships from primary school through to university that support students to learn, thrive and reach their full potential – while staying deeply connected to family, community and culture.

We walk together with our GO Scholars and their families, helping remove barriers and open doors to new opportunities. Learn more about our work at gofoundation.org.au.

About the Role

We are looking for a passionate and values-driven Scholarship Program Manager to join our high-impact Scholarships team. Reporting to the Head of Scholarships, this role is at the heart of everything we do – building trusted relationships with our students, families, schools and partners, and bringing our program to life.

You’ll be responsible for supporting our GO Scholars on their education journey, working closely with them to make sure they’re safe, supported and set up for success. You’ll plan and deliver key program elements, support student transitions, and connect them to the tools, resources and networks they need – in school and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

Be the day-to-day contact for GO Scholars, their families, schools and support networks

Deliver core program components, including cultural and aspirational support, and access to financial and educational resources

Build and maintain strong, culturally safe relationships with students and stakeholders

Support transitions from primary to high school and high school to university or work

Help design and deliver events like Culture Connect Days and partner engagements – this will include after hours work and some overnight travel to Canberra and Adelaide

Collaborate with team members and partners such as Studiosity to unlock opportunities for students

Support program planning, evaluation, policy development and reporting

Promote GO Foundation’s values through school visits, community events and strategic projects

About You

You’re a people person who builds deep, trusting relationships across cultures and communities

You’re driven by a commitment to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander excellence and self-determination

You’re solution-oriented and thrive in a dynamic, purpose-driven team

You value cultural identity, celebrate diversity, and bring your full self to work

You communicate clearly and with care – whether with young people, partners, or colleagues

You’re organised, proactive and ready to contribute to a growing organisation

You’re prepared to engage outside regular hours when our Scholars need us most

What You’ll Bring

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage (this is an identified role under Section 14(d) of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act)

A tertiary qualification, lived experience, or equivalent in education, youth work, counselling, community engagement or similar

Experience supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students or working with families and schools

Strong stakeholder engagement and project coordination skills

Excellent communication skills and an understanding of the importance of cultural safety

A current Working with Children Check and Police Check (or willingness to obtain)

A valid driver’s licence and access to a vehicle

Why Join GO?

Be part of a proudly Aboriginal-led organisation creating generational change through education

Work with inspiring students, families and communities across Australia

A supportive, flexible, and inclusive workplace where your voice and culture matter

Competitive salary with salary packaging benefits

Opportunities for learning, leadership and professional growth

Collaborate with amazing partners like the Sydney Swans, Studiosity, and others

How to Apply

Ready to walk with us and support the next generation of Indigenous leaders? We’d love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV and a short cover letter outlining why you're the right fit for this role to [email protected]

If you would like to speak about the role please contact our Head of Corporate Services Kate Turnbull on 0423628783