Program Lead

Description

Program Lead

• Maximum Term till 30 December 2027
• Full-Time Opportunity
• Based in Carnarvon

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Program Lead is to guide the operational leadership of the Carnarvon Education and Engagement Program (CEEP), ensuring services are delivered in alignment with the CEEP Semester Activity Plan and Children & Schooling Education Engagement & Attainment Initiatives Operational Framework 2024.

The Program Lead is responsible for leading, mentoring and supporting the CEEP team to deliver high quality, child-centred services that strengthen engagement in education and promote positive attendance outcomes for school aged children. Working collaboratively with children, families, parents, carers, schools and community stakeholders, the role aims to support children and young people to participate in school and other educational opportunities.

The Program Lead will foster strong stakeholder relationships, identify and facilitate opportunities for collaboration and coordinated service delivery, and ensure accurate and timely data collection, monitoring, reporting and program performance requirements are met. The role contributes to continuous improvement, ensuring program objectives are achieved, and contributing to positive educational outcomes for children, young people and their families.

DUTIES

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

1. Lead the CEEP team in the development and implementation of strategies and activities to empower families to improve school engagement and attendance.
2. Identify and nurture key networks, stakeholders, and relationships to support and sustain improved school attendance and engagement in educational activities.
3. Maintain effective record keeping and data management to meet and report on funding obligations.

ABOUT YOU

The successful candidate will be highly organised and have strong communication skills together with the following:

• Relevant qualifications and/or experience working with the target group.
• A knowledge and sensitivity to the barriers that may prevent families and young people at risk from achieving their full potential.
• Previous experience leading and managing a team.
• Excellent organisational skills, including the ability to plan, prioritise and meet deadlines.
• The ability to work independently and also as part of a specialised team.
• Intermediate/proficient level of IT and Administrative skills.
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal and relationship building skills.
• Act with integrity in all organisational activities and maintain confidentiality.

Role Requirements:

• Able to work across other Ngala sites as required.
• Possession of a current National Police Certificate.
• Possession of current WA driver’s licence.
• Possession of current Working with Children check

WHY JOIN US

• Not-for-profit salary packaging to extend your take home pay
• Paid parental leave (up to 14 weeks)
• Discounted Private Healthcare
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Refer a Friend Program ($500 for the referrer and $500 for the friend)

HOW TO APPLY

Applications are due by 5pm, Monday 2 November 2026 however shortlisting will commence immediately so we encourage you to submit your application promptly.

Click ‘Apply’ and follow the prompts to submit your CV.

If you have any queries, please contact Kylie Coniglio, Senior Coordinator, kconiglio@ngala.com.au or 0457 700 689.

ABOUT US

At Ngala, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to be their best, and that raising children should be a joyful and rewarding experience.

After 135 years of working with families across Western Australia, Ngala continues to use the latest research and training, alongside community stories and experiences to develop and deliver services that meet the needs of today’s parents and children.

CULTURE

Our core values at Ngala are Human Connection, Integrity, Fairness and Creativity.

Ngala is an equal opportunity employer and promotes a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value the unique contribution of all people. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse background, people who identify as LGBTIQA+ and people with a disability.

We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land where our programs and services operate and pay our respects to Elders past and present in the spirit of reconciliation. We acknowledge the importance of children being raised with connection to culture, community and family.

To find out more about Ngala, visit www.ngala.com.au.