Disability Strategy Manager

Option to work from Ashfield Bankstown Liverpool or CampbelltownFull Time Contract to June 2027SCHCADS Award Level 7.3Do you want to work for a leading national not-for-profit organisation providing dedicated human and social services to a diverse AustraliaWith community at the heart of everything we do our purpose is to create a world in which everyone has access to equal RoleThe SSI Local Area Coordination (LAC) program partners with the National Disability Insurance agency and is committed to improving the lives of all people with disability aged nine and above (including their families and carers where appropriate) in empowering people to facilitate choice and control over their YouThe Disability Strategy Manager is a pivotal leadership role within the SSI LAC Program. Reporting to the Head of Disability this position requires a dynamic individual with strong expertise in strategic planning policy and advocacy stakeholder engagement and business growth within the disability sector. The role will work closely with LAC senior leaders and lead the Community Development Specialists to drive strategic initiatives implement the Disability Growth Strategy support grant and tender positioning and writing respond to government inquiries and briefings and strengthen SSIs future growth and sector :Lead the development and implementation of business plans strategic program direction the Community Capacity Building Plan and the Disability Growth Strategy to advance the programs mission objectives and opportunities and make recommendations for business growth and innovation including supporting grant and tender positioning evidence selection and bid writing within the disability and manage stakeholder engagement plans building and maintaining strong relationships with NDIS participants families community organisations government agencies and other key with relevant SSI stakeholders to monitor policy developments implement advocacy initiatives and respond to government inquiries and briefings affecting the disability sector and SSI LAC and presentregular reports and briefings on strategic initiatives and stakeholder engagement to the senior leadership future direction change planning and growth strategies for SSI in disability aligning to scheme knowledge around the NDIS business system and landscape to inform program approaches and reach out to us for the full Position Description to review the Key Responsibilities and Measures of CriteriaBachelors degree in a related field (e.g. Business Administration Public Policy Social Work) or equivalent experience in the Disability 5 years leadership in a Community/ Human Services EnvironmentHigh level written communication and analytical experience in writing developing and implementing strategic plans growth initiatives and tender or grant submissions in the disability interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships lead stakeholder engagement and liaise across all levels internally externally and with people from diverse exceptional leadership project management program management and event management developing and leading business planning to assess and manage risk problem solve and be able to negotiate successful outcomes under challenging to travel across all program areas as UsSettlement Services International (SSI Group) is a community-based organisation and social business that supports newcomers and Australians to achieve their full potential. Taking an integrated approach how everyone can thrive within the community in which they live and the wider Australian society we support children young people and families; people living with disability; and asylum seekers refugees and migrants. Our programs include facilitating employment multicultural foster care creating community engagement advocacy and influencing government and international affairs and provide though leadership within our sector nationally and our BenefitsSalary packaging options to receive up to $15900 of your salary tax-free meaning more take-home pay!Industry leading flexible working arrangement supported to work from home and office including 9-day fortnight;Access to in-house training and learning opportunities for professional development and to our inhouse wellbeing programsWorking alongside professional and dedicated team members all wanting to make a difference in our communitiesAbout our Recruitment ProcessSSI Group is strongly committed to actively safeguarding children and young people and providing a safe environment for them to thrive. We ensure children and young peoples safety and wellbeing is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of everyone at SSI whether they interact directly or indirectly with children and young people. All employees will undergo a National Police Clearance and a Working with Children Check as a condition of employment. All staffs who work on support or manage Queensland child-related work must hold a Blue Card even if they are not based in Commitment to DiversitySSI strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We recognise that we operate in a diverse community and welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples culturally and linguistically diverse groups the LGBTIQ community veterans refugees and people with ApplyIf excited by the information above we look forward to receiving your application including your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the close Tuesday 16th June 2026If you would like more information on the recruitment process please contact the talent acquisition team or or call us atA recruitment pool may be created for permanent and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available in the is a Disability Confident Recruiter and our Talent Acquisition team can assist in; providing alternative formats to apply making adjustments to the recruitment process (including the application form) and offering information about workplace adjustments and support networks. Should you require adjustments please email us note we will be scheduling interviews as applications come in so please apply urgently if you believe this role aligns with your goals and experience.