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National Program Manager

Ladder Project Limited

Ladder provides development and mentoring programs to young people experiencing or at risk of disadvantage. The philosophy underpinning Ladder's mission is to work with young people using an advantaged thinking approach, with the values of sport at its core. Ladder is the official charity of the AFL Players' Association and the charity partner of the AFL.

Ladder has Public Benevolent Institution (PBI) status, therefore staff are eligible able to access several tax exemptions, including salary packaging

The role's duration is until October 31, 2021 at which time, the contract will be reviewed.

The role has responsibility across several key strategic areas including:

Ladder program oversight

  • Oversee the high-level planning and delivery of Ladder programs, ensuring that high quality outcomes are achieved and risk appropriately managed
  • Ensure that funding agreements relating to Ladder programs are appropriately acquitted, including adequate monitoring and reporting
  • Ensure that program staff are appropriately developed and capacity built
  • Oversee the integration of mentoring into Ladder programs, ensuring that quality is maintained and the program model adhered to

Business and model development

  • Identify and draft funding submissions that help build a sustainable funding base for the organisation and grow the Ladder footprint
  • Develop strong relationships with potential program partners and funders
  • Identify and establish strategic partnerships with key stakeholders
  • Work with community sector organisations to identify need and possible funding opportunities

Reporting and Evaluation

  • Have responsibility over the complete and accurate reporting of all program data into Ladder’s database and/or other platforms
  • Use reporting and evaluation to inform continuous program improvement
  • Report on all Ladder programs and services, with the input of relevant program staff
  • Identify and report on identified operational risks
  • Oversee research and evaluation activities to improve knowledge and practice

Staff Support and Development

  • Build the capability and capacity of program staff to deliver high quality program outcomes
  • Complete an Annual Appraisal with direct reports, which includes a work and professional development plan

The role is part of the Ladder Management Team and has three direct reports.

Key Selection Criteria

  • Tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience in community services, social work or a relevant sector
  • Demonstrated experience building workforce capability, coaching staff and managing dispersed and diverse teams
  • Demonstrated experience developing, implementing and evaluating national programs for specific cohorts that achieve the intended outcomes
  • Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the community and related sectors (ie. Mental health, housing, health) and existing established networks
  • Demonstrated experience contributing and delivering on the organisational strategy
  • Strong leadership capabilities and demonstrated experience operating at a senior level

Personal Requirements:

  • Display and adhere to behaviours consistent with Ladder’s Values (We’re leaders, we’re considered, we’re honest)
  • Capacity to build strong relationships with all stakeholders
  • A commitment and passion to deliver on the outcomes required of you and your team
  • Must be honest, personable and of good character
  • Demonstrated ability to give and receive constructive feedback
  • Be flexible to program needs, and available out of regular business hours (as required)
  • Be respectful of your team and peers, providing support where necessary
  • Ability to work autonomously and also in a team environment

All queries relating to the role can be forwarded to Ladder General Manager, Jamie Howden on [email protected], using the subject line: National Program Manager enquiry via EthicalJobs.

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