Program Manager, Womens Business Hub – Rooty Hill

Real Futures is working closely with UN Women to deliver a program exclusively for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women in the Greater Western Sydney region Kempsey New South Wales and in Carnarvon Western Australia with the financial support of the BHP Foundation.

The Womens Business Second Chance (WBSC) Hub is a ground-breaking program for women at risk of being left behind. It aims to give them the chance to achieve quality learning entrepreneurship and employment outcomes through access to educational employment and support services tailored to their needs as learners and future earners.

What will you be doing

• Support to WB2C Reach Out Officers and other staff
• Develop support motivate and a high performing team that is passionate and committed to building community
• Deliver aspirant supports and referrals
• Liaise with community stakeholders
• Identify develop and deliver small- and large-scale projects
• Ensure participating stakeholders are appropriately trained and support our operations
• Engage in business development to increase opportunities for participating women

Applicants for this position must be Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identify as being Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and be accepted in the community as such. An applicants race is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under Section 14(d) of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.

Knowledge/Skills

• Tertiary Qualifications or similar experience in Administration Human Services Business Marketing counselling Employment Services fields desirable.
• Demonstrated experience in the development and implementation of labour market strategies training or development programs
• Demonstrated leadership and management
• Demonstrated experience in business development activities
• Knowledge of relevant government programs and funding opportunities
• Understanding of Aboriginal women and the issues they face
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
• Ability to comply with Real Futures code of conduct company policies and procedures and uphold the organisations values in all interactions

Being a part of the Real Futures team you will be provided with a wide range of benefits including:

• Personal and professional development opportunities
• Rewarding and supportive culture
• Birthday leave and diversity leave
• Frequent training and support to excel in the role
• Free Employee Assistance Program
• Access to novated car leasing
• Engage Wellbeing and Recognition Centre (Move Munch Money and Mind)

To be considered you must

• Have full working rights in Australia
• Have a current drivers licence and a comprehensively insured vehicle
• Complete an Australia History Criminal Check
• Have a current Working with Children Check or willing to obtain a Working with Children Check before employment
• Ability to work Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm

Please note that people with a criminal record are not automatically barred from applying for this position rather the relevance will be considered as it applies to our industry.

About AKG:

With more than 200 locations and a team of 1500 dedicated professionals AKG is one of Australias leading providers of employment training and health services. Each year we support over 50000 Australians to find meaningful employment build new skills and improve their health and wellbeing.

As part of the AKG Group we work alongside people from all backgrounds and life stages helping them overcome barriers unlock opportunities and achieve their goals. Our work creates real lasting impact in communities across Australia.

If youre passionate about making a difference and want to be part of an organisation where your work directly empowers others to thrive AKG offers the opportunity to build a rewarding career with purpose.

If you have accessibility requirements or require an adjustment to participate in our recruitment and selection process please contact our talent team via email