Program Coordinator

The Polly Farmer Foundation is one of Australias leading not-for-profit organisations delivering education programs that support the needs interests and aspirations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and families for over 25 years.

Your role

Were looking for a passionate Program Coordinator to lead our Follow the Dream Program in Muswellbrook. This role is all about making a difference youlldelivering engaging learning experiences. Reporting to the Program Manager youll ensure the program meets the needs of students and the expectations of parents schools community partners and funding stakeholders. A key focus of this role is building strong relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students families and communities to ensure culturally responsive and inclusive program delivery. If youre ready to combine leadership creativity and community engagement to empower young learners wed love to hear from you!

Your Responsibilities:

• Lead the delivery of the Follow the Dream program ensuring high-quality learning experiences and alignment with curriculum standards.
• Recruit onboard and engage tutors in collaboration with the Program Manager and HR.
• Work in partnership with school staff and leadership to design implement and deliver engaging curricula for students.
• Oversee day-to-day program operations including supervision of casual staff and ensuring smooth delivery.
• Build and sustain strong relationships with students families and Aboriginal communities to foster cultural responsiveness and inclusion.
• Collect and document program data for reporting and continuous improvement.
• Manage general administrative tasks related to program coordination and compliance.

Selection Criteria

• Experience working with Aboriginal students and communities with a strong understanding of how to support their educational success wellbeing and aspirations.
• Excellent organisational and project management skills with the ability to juggle multiple priorities and deliver results.
• Proven ability to manage people and budgets ensuring programs run smoothly and resources are used effectively.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with the confidence to engage a wide range of stakeholders including schools partners and community organisations.
• Cultural competency and sensitivity with a commitment to working in partnership with Aboriginal families and communities.
• Analytical and innovative thinking with a track record of contributing to program improvement and exploring new ways to enhance student outcomes.

What Youll Bring

We are looking for someone passionate about Education culturally responsive and ready to lead with purpose. To be successful in this role youll bring:

Current Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain)

Valid drivers license

Proven ability to engage and collaborate with Aboriginal communities

Understanding of funding partnerships and financial management

Minimum 2 years experience in program coordination or a similar role

Bachelors degree in Education or a related field (preferred)

Proficiency with IT systems and digital tools

Strong ability to work independently and as part of a team

Why Join Us

• Work within a supportive purpose-driven team to help shape the future for young Aboriginal people across Australia.
• Full-time fixed-term 12-month appointment with the possibility of extension.
• Enjoy a generous salary packaging package including up to $18550 tax-free for a range of benefits such as mortgage repayments rent meal entertainment holiday accommodation and other everyday living expenses plus additional benefits like novated leasing self-education and extra superannuation.
• 12.5 days of personal leave
• 4 weeks of annual leave
• Opportunities to grow your cultural competency and leadership skills.

For more information or a confidential chat contact Simon Thompson ator

We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

The Polly Farmer Foundation is committed to providing employment and educational opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians across our workplaces and in our programs. People who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

YOUR APPLICATION

Applicants must include:

• A resume that includes contact details experience qualifications and other information you consider relevant to the position.
• A response to the Selection Criteria above maximum 2 pages.
• Contact details and working relationship with the applicant of three referees including one from your current or most recent employer/line manager.

Applications for this role close on Monday 2nd February at 4 pm WST. The Polly Farmer Foundation reserves the right to close this advertisement early if a suitable candidate is identified.