Program Manager

Program Manager – Sector Support & Development

• Fulltime Fixed term Contract - 12 months Maternity Leave Cover (May 2025)
• Flexible up to Full Time 1.0 FTE
• Hybrid – East Perth Office Location/ Home

Independent Living Assessment (iLA) is for-purpose organisation with a focus on empowering people living within the Australian community, to increase their knowledge and take steps towards maintaining their independence at home and in their community.  Operating across the broader community sector, iLA currently delivers Regional Assessment Service, National Village Hubs Grants Program, and a range of digital-first initiatives including LiveUp, KeepAble Sector Support & Development, and AT Chat navigation and peer mentoring programs. 

The role of a Program Manager for Sector Support & Development Program has recently become available to cover parental leave.  If you've been waiting for a new challenge, growth, and an opportunity to make a significant difference, this role may be for you.

The Role

In this role you will be required to lead and manage delivery of the Sector Support and Development (SSD) initiative that focuses on assisting CHSP service providers to embed wellness and reablement and restorative care approaches into their service delivery.  Central to the program is KeepAble, a digital platform providing free, evidenced-based resources and support for community aged care providers.  

Key tasks include:

• Manage delivery of Activity Work Plans within required timeframes.
• Promote and support KeepAble’s digital presence, including optimising the experience of users with diverse backgrounds and ensuring customer-centric service design and delivery. 
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless program execution.
• Facilitate stakeholder engagement within and across the aged care sector. 
• Demonstrate leadership and comply with all health, safety and hygiene policies, systems, and legislation to maintain an appropriate working environment.
• Ensure all operational and administrative processes are undertaken in accordance with     established policies and procedures.

About You

We are looking for a vibrant professional with an in-depth ability to engage others and unite them to achieve project goals. You should be organised, approachable and driven to deliver great outcomes. We seek someone with: 

• Proven experience in program management of at least 5 years working within a digital-first environment, preferably within the aged care sector.
• Ability to lead and inspire with sense of purpose, set clear direction and work tasks that align with organisational objectives and motivate and empower team and others. 
• Highly developed interpersonal skills with the ability to forge effective relationships with a wide range of internal and external key stakeholders.

We Offer

• It’s a great place to work! 
• Competitive salary and employment conditions 
• Generous salary packaging provisions–reduce tax and increase your take home pay. 
• Additional 3.5 days leave (pro-rata) / ability to purchase additional leave. 
• Health & Well-being Program including flu vaccination and EAP support.  
• Rewarding work and being part of an organisation that makes a difference to peoples’ lives. 

To Apply

Register your interest today by submitting your resume and a cover letter, addressing how you meet the work-related requirements (in no more than 2 pages). Applications close COB 8th April 2024.

• View full Position Description view at Join Our Team of Skilled and Professional Staff | ILA Australia (ilaustralia.org.au) or email **@indigosolutions.org.au
• Contact Andrea Morris (General Manager) on 6275 3301 or at *************@ilaustralia.org.auto discuss the specifics of the position. 

A valid NDIS Worker Screening Check is a pre-requisite for this position at iLA.

Only those with the right to live & work in Australia need apply.  No agency applications at this time.

Our purpose: We strive towards our mission of a community in which all abilities are valued, where people have the knowledge, tools, and confidence to participate. 

Values: Passion, Integrity, Embracing, Authentic 

We value our people at ILA and strive to have a positive and adaptive culture, one that aligns with our values; so cultural fit is just as important to us as qualifications, technical skill, and experience. 

We promote and support diversity and inclusion in our workplace. If you require any additional support during the recruitment/interview phase, please contact **@indigosolutions.org.au