Regional/Area Manager Jobs in Australia
Manager Educational Programs and Projects
Manager Educational Programs and Projects * Help children have the best start in life through high quality education & care * Improve outcomes for children and families in early education and care. * Join an expert team working across governments at the national level. About ACECQA We want children in Australia to have the best start in life. We provide national leadership on the implementation of the National Quality Framework (NQF) and collaborate with the Australian and state and territory governments to: * implement changes that benefit children birth to 13 years-of-age and their families * monitor and promote the consistent application of the Education and Care Services National Law across all states and territories * support the early childhood education and care sector to improve quality outcomes for children We strive for innovation and continuous improvement and are committed to keeping the sector and the community informed with the latest developments in early childhood education and care. The Role The Manager Educational Programs and Projects (Quality and Regulatory Support) leads a team of professionals responsible for providing advice on quality programs, practices and policies in children’s education and care services and supporting the sector and authorised officers (and other relevant regulatory authority staff) to implement the NQF. This role is full time for a fixed term of 12 months at ACECQA Band 6/7 ($109,683 - $144,726) About You To be successful in this role you will need to meet the following essential criteria: * Demonstrated leadership and management capabilities and experience in a complex, agile and diverse environment. * Demonstrated capabilities and experience in children’s education and care service delivery, vocational education, regulatory functions, and/or public sector management. * Demonstrated experience in developing and managing projects and programs of work, including the ability to independently scope, plan, control and manage projects, and provide accurate reporting. * Demonstrated ability to research, analyse and develop clear, timely and accurate recommendations, briefs and reports to change, interpret or develop policies and programs * Proven ability to develop productive working relationships with external stakeholders and peak organisations. * Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills, including a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively across audiences and genres (including presentations, articles and resources) backed by high level written communication skills. * Demonstrated ability to negotiate confidently with internal and external stakeholders While not essential, the following attributes will greatly assist you in the role: * Knowledge and understanding of legislation, research, policies, practices, theories and trends relating to the children’s education and care sector. * Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline. ACECQA is committed to removing barriers and opening up opportunities. As an employer we seek to ensure people with differing needs and abilities have the same opportunities to successfully gain skills, knowledge and experience through work, social activities, education and training irrespective of their age, disability, colour, race, gender, religion, sexuality, family responsibilities, or location. In particular, we are committed to improving opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. You must have the right to work and live in Australia to apply for this role. The successful candidate will be required to consent to a national police check. How to apply The closing date for applications is 6 July 2022 at 11.59pm. Important Note: Pleaseensure you follow the recruitment process outlined below, otherwise you may not be considered for the role. To apply, please register with the ACECQA Recruitment Candidate Portal, navigate to the Manager Educational Programs and Projects vacancy and click Apply for Job. The application process will require you to: * Attach a CV of no more than 5 pages which demonstrates your ability to meet the criteria contained in the position description. * Attach a written response to the essential criteria listed above below of no more than 2 pages * Provide the details of at least two referees that cover the last 3 years of employment. All complete applications will be acknowledged. More information If you have any questions please email the HR team at . Notice to agencies ACECQA will not accept applications from any source other than directly from a candidate for this vacancy. Recruitment agencies must have received instructions from ACECQA in relation to a specific vacancy in order to submit applications on behalf of candidates. 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Manager - Early Childhood Early Intervention
Newly created leadership position Motivating and leading an established team who make a positive difference to the lives of children with additional needs and disability Flexibly working across Nepean Blue Mountains region including within the offices (Penrith / Lithgow), in community and WFH Role Outline Due to internal restructure, Lifestart have a new leadership opportunity available for an experienced Manager with strong early childhood intervention knowledge and leading teams through change. This is a permanent full time position leading the Nepean Blue Mountains team, with offices in Penrith and Lithgow. As Manager, you will be responsible for leading the implementation and continued development of the Early Childhood (EC) Approach throughout Nepean Blue Mountains, which provides assistance to children with disability and developmental delay (and their families/carers) access supports to meet their needs, to achieve positive long-term outcomes. Working collaboratively with Senior Managers and other region Managers, you will develop and implement high quality services and supports to individuals, families and carers. You will also work strategically to build the capacity of local communities and mainstream services. The role will be responsible for ensuring compliance to relevant Standards, legislative requirements and government policy directions as well as supporting the strategic direction and ongoing vision of Lifestart. You will foster a culture that supports families of children living with development delay or disability by building strong collaborative partnerships with other local services in ways that build capacity for inclusion and lead to positive outcomes for children and their families. Our team works flexibly with clients in a tailored model that may involve providing a mixture of supports online, at Lifestart sites and face to face in homes, and the community. This is a pivotal role providing leadership and effective management, and supporting a highly mobile team of allied health and education professionals and support personnel. A bit about you: A qualification in a relevant discipline including education, allied health or social sciences ; current professional registration or eligibility for membership (if relevant) Thorough understanding of the NDIS, early childhood approach and early intervention best practice, ideally with experience working with children/families living with a disability or developmental delay. Demonstrated experience in leading teams, including through periods of change. Proven ability to inspire and motivate, providing staff supervision to develop and support effective and positive outcomes for children and families/carers Knowledge of Disability Services Standards, Children’s Disability Standards and Child Protection / Keeping Them Safe legislation. Highly developed interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to network, build and maintain collaborative working relationships within Lifestart and external partners and stakeholders. Valid Working with Children’s Check (WWCC) and NDIS Worker Screening Check (NDISWC) clearance, fully vaccinated for COVID-19 (as per government mandate) Hold a current Drivers Licence and access to a registered vehicle to perform the role. Why work for Lifestart? A role where you can utilise your leadership skills and collaborate with a variety of internal and external stakeholders Competitive remuneration package including salary packaging and additional employee benefits Opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking, high performing and trusted disability organisation Working alongside like-minded experienced and passionate professionals in a supportive, flexible and collaborative workplace, with a strong focus on staff wellbeing Ready to apply? In your application, please include information about your career journey and leadership experience, along with a detailed CV. Applications close: Friday, 8 July 2022 Interviews may be conducted before the closing date therefore do not hesitate in submitting your application. For further information please visit www.lifestart.org.au/careers or contact our friendly HR Team on (02) 9364 0131 or (02) 9364 0132.
