About NDS

National Disability Services (NDS) is Australia's peak body for non-government disability service organisations, representing over 1180 non-government service providers.

At NDS, we are committed to supporting our members and the disability sector more broadly to provide high quality support and services to people with disability. NDS promotes the full inclusion of people with disability and this commitment is outlined in our Disability Action Plan (DAP).

NDS is committed to fostering an inclusive and values driven work environment respecting the diversity of our employees, and the members and communities we serve. 

NDS employees come with a strong appreciation for the disability sector, and the passion to make a difference. 

 Job Description

Job details:

• Sydney, but will consider other locations
• Full- time, 38 hours (5 days)
• Fixed-term contract until 30 June 2023, with possibility of extension (only include if applicable).

Highlights:  

• Drive the design, development and implementation of innovative solutions to disability sector workforce issues.
• Use your expertise to support positive outcomes for people with a disability through a skilled and sustainable workforce.
• Be part of a supportive team to contribute and influence workforce policy development.

Desired Skills and Experience

To be successful in this role you must have:

• An understanding of the management, sustainability, capacity, and practice challenges faced by not-for-profit and for purpose human service organisations, or the ability to quickly develop that understanding and a passion for contributing to the disability sector.
• Demonstrated workforce development and change management experience and a good working knowledge of tools, resources and approaches that improve workforce development capabilities and competencies.
• Experience in identifying and managing business development and tender opportunities and bids.
• Demonstrated ability to apply strategic thinking, analysis, problem solving and advice on development and management of a program or service.
• Proven capacity to develop cogent project proposals and prepare quality reports within strict time frames and across multiple projects and to present these to a range of stakeholders.
• Excellent consultation, communication and interpersonal skills with the demonstrated capacity to motivate, influence a wide range of stakeholders, providers and external audiences.
• Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office Suite.

Desirable Qualifications:  

• Tertiary qualifications in business, economics, organisational/business development or other relevant disciplines, would be highly regarded.

What we offer

• Flexible working arrangements including working from home
• Salary packaging
• Collaborative environment
• Employee Assistance Program
• Learning and development

To apply

Please send your CV and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria.

For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Karen Stace, Senior Manager State & Territory Operations on 02 9256 3111.

Thank you for your interest in the position. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

No agencies please.

If you have any requirements for the interview (e.g. mobility access, or other adjustments), please let us know in advance so accessibility arrangements can be made.

NDS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we welcome applications from all diverse groups and backgrounds.