Community Services Manager - Alice Springs - Tenders Global

Community Services Manager – Alice Springs

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MoneyMob Talkabout Limited

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  • Fantastic opportunity for an experienced manager within a purpose-driven organisation committed to making an impact
  • Bring your strategic and operational leadership skill to oversee our community services and development programs and social enterprise
  • Be part of shaping our next phase of growth, doing stimulating work with a dedicated team
  • Enjoy a salary between $117,386K – $129,864K inclusive of leave loading, plus 11.5% super and other excellent benefits

MoneyMob is committed to First Nations employment and a culturally competent workplace. Suitably qualified First Nations will be preferred and applicants are strongly encouraged to apply!

This role is based in Alice Springs and involves remote and interstate travel. Please make sure you have considered this and it is appropriate for your circumstances before applying.

About Us

About MoneyMob Talkabout

Are you searching for more than just a job? Picture yourself immersed in a work culture where every day brings meaningful connections and purposeful impact on a personal level. Picture being surrounded by passionate people who not only share your values but are dedicated advocates for a more inclusive and equitable society. With Money Mob you’ll have the opportunity to directly touch the lives of those most in need, growing genuine connections, respect and capability. We’re not just another workplace – we’re a community where diversity is celebrated, where every voice is heard and valued.

Our clients are more than just clients; they’re our partners, and we treat them with the utmost respect and equality. If you’ve been yearning for a role that offers diversity, growth, and professional enrichment, this is it. Here, you’ll embark on a journey of continuous learning, where each interaction with our clients teaches us as much as we impart.

Laughter, camaraderie and support is woven into the fabric of our environment, even as we support our clients in facing some of life’s toughest challenges . We’re a team that looks out for one another, where transparency and openness flourish. And for those with a longing for the mix of open outback skies, and a vibrant buzzing community, the town of Alice awaits you, offering a remote lifestyle filled with discovery and ablaze with stars. Join us at the heart of Australia and be part of something special. If you’re passionate about championing First Nations self-determination, embracing diversity, and empowering others, and being part of a close knit team who support each other, then come and join our team where we share one vision yet travel countless journeys.

We are seeking candidates who:

  • Have maturity and life experience
  • Value integrity and have a passion for First nations self-determination in Australia.
  • Are open, transparent and inclusive.
  • Are life-long learners and flexible and adaptable to their environment and their clients needs.
  • Have clients’ needs at the heart of their work.
  • Want to work for a specialist organisation with a strong purpose

The successful applicant will:

  • Have a passion for social and economic justice for First Nations people
  • Tertiary qualifications in community services/not for profit leadership and/or substantial relevant experience in challenging environments
  • A minimum of three years senior management experience in community services across a range of program areas. Experience in programs supporting people with complex needs, advocacy, training and financial counselling/financial literacy programs will be well regarded.
  • Be a strong, accountable leader, with the capacity to motivate and develop other leaders, foster a culture of safety, excellence, continuous improvement and cohesion.
  • Have demonstrated ability to think strategically and to analyse regulatory, policy and operating environments to propose responses that drive organisational growth and improvement.
  • Have proven ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships, all aspects of contracts and budgets, exercising sound judgement and fiscal responsibility
  • Have strong computer literacy skills.
  • Have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Have an unrestricted drivers’ licence

In your first six months, you’ll:

  • Undertake cultural awareness training and induction
  • Meet the Board and Alice Springs colleagues
  • Visit the beautiful APY Lands, Adelaide and Darwin to meet Anangu and staff
  • Get to know our programs, contracts and stakeholders
  • Lead program reporting and acquittals
  • Work on progressing our Reconciliation Action Plan and Anangu Community Board projects

As a MoneyMob team member you’ll enjoy:

  • Attractive remuneration $117,386K – $129,756K (inclusive of leave loading – depending on qualifications and experience) PLUS super
  • Remote salary sacrifice options
  • Relocation assistance if required
  • 6 weeks annual leave
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • $500 annual wellbeing payment
  • 5 days mandated additional breaks (mini-breaks)
  • Access to external professional supervision and a supportive culture that values continuous learning and improvement

What are the next steps?

If you’re looking for a role with purpose – please:

  • Carefully read and consider the Information for Applicants on our website and the position description
  • Submit a cover letter responding to the key selection criteria
  • Provide contact details of two recent referees who have directly supervised you

To view the full position description please go to our Website: MoneyMob Talkabout Website.

You will be welcomed into a friendly + passionate team.

To discuss the position, please contact Managing Director Carolyn Cartwright – (08) 8953 2410.

Please note: Remote work requires sound physical and psychological fitness due to the levels of intergenerational trauma carried by First Nations communities and the likelihood of staff exposure to acute or prolonged stress associated with community services roles in these environments. We do not recommend this work as suitable for candidates whose life experience includes significant personal loss, severe traumatic victimisation or serious mental illness.

Employment will be subject to a National Police Clearance, Working with Children Check, pre-employment medical check and psychological screening.

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