• based in Darwin with frequent travel to all communities in the Thamarrurr region
• 6 Weeks Leave + 17.5% leave loading
• NFP salary packaging (tax savings on $15899)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Champion employment, training, and community growth as RAES Manager

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Employment Services Manager to oversee our Remote Area Employment Services (RAES) team. As the manager you will be responsible for leading staff and managing the RAES contract to ensure services meet client needs, program requirements, and employment targets for Wadeye and surrounding communities. You will develop strategies to support job seekers into employment, manage case management teams, oversee compliance and build strong partnerships with employers, training providers and community organisations.

About You

• Strong leadership and staff management skills.
• Ability to develop effective strategies to achieve employment outcomes.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• High level of organisational and analytical ability.
• Strong understanding of compliance and government contract management.
• Cultural awareness and sensitivity when working in remote and indigenous communities.

Qualifications & Experience

• Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or experience in community services, employment services or related fields
• Experience in leading and managing staff teams in complex service delivery environments
• Proven ability to engage effectively with employers, training providers, and indigenous communities
• Knowledge of the RAES framework and transition from CDP (Desirable).

Other requirements

• National Police Check.
• Northern Territory (Working with Children) Ochre Card.
• Minium C class drivers’ licence.
• Northern Land Council Work permit (with assistance)

About Thamarrurr Development Corporation (TDC)

We are a Not-for-Profit, registered charitable organisation, owned by members of the Wangka, Tjanpa and Lirrga peoples. The Wadeye Community, (formerly Pt Keats) NT, is located in the Western Daly River region – an area rich in cultures, wildlife and ecosystems. Wadeye is the Territory's 6th most populous town and one of Australia's largest remote indigenous communities. We support the Wadeye community through a range of areas including Housing & Construction, NDIS, Aged Care, Employment & Training, Enterprise Development and more.

For a copy of the Position Description and general information, please contact [email protected].