• Key people focused leadership role
  
• Highly regarded NFP Community Services organisation
  
• Work in a team environment where we support each other to succeed together

Who are we?

Workways Australia - we get people connected. We’re a high performing, not-for-profit organisation delivering NDIS, employment, environmental and youth and community services throughout Victoria, NSW, and Queensland. Workways is a community focused organisation committed to making a positive social and economic difference for those living and working in our communities.

About the opportunity

The Program Manager Transition to Work (TtW) will be responsible for the day-to-day operational management of the TtW and Inclusive Pathways to Employment (IPE) staff. They will be expected to motivate, guide and develop program staff whilst working closely with the Regional Manager to track performance and ensure delivery of a coherent and integrated service to both young people and employers. The Program Manager TtW contributes to the development and implementation of Business Unit strategies, plans, performance and revenue targets and policies and practices.

Being a TTW Program Manager involves:

Specific responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Implement the program's business plans including the management and allocation of assets, human and other resources to achieve operational and financial objectives
• Ensure delivery of contracts within a region occurs in accordance with contractual requirements and organisational policy
• Establish and maintain systems of internal audit processes to identify any compliance issues
• Develop networks and relationships with potential employers, community organisations and government agencies and establish and sustain new business opportunities to meet growth and community needs
• Participate in the development of the program's operational budget and resource allocation recommendations and provide regular budget reports
• Reporting - provide comprehensive reporting of regional performance, activities, risks and significant events

About You:

• Proven ability to lead, inspire, motivate, and build rapport with staff to achieve positive results
• Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or relevant experience
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to negotiate, liaise and consult with a wide range of stakeholders including clients, government and non-government organisations, and ability to facilitate groups
• Proficiency in computer applications including Windows, MS Office Suite, Internet and Information Management systems

What we offer:

• Attractive tax-free salary packaging benefits based on our PBI status
• Reward and recognition initiatives, ongoing training, development opportunities and career growth.
• A supportive team environment committed to making a difference in the communities we live and work in.
• Employee Assistance program including individual coaching and access for immediate family members.

Everyone is welcome. Workways Australia is committed to diversity and invites applications from people who have a disability, and people of culturally diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal, South Sea and Torres Strait Island descent.

Workways Australia Limited ACN 141 659 734.

Workways Australia Ltd respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Victoria, New South Wales, Australian Capital Territory and Queensland, and pays its respect to the ongoing living cultures of Aboriginal peoples.

A position description is attached.