Program Manager (Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander Identified)

• Must identify as Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander
• Increase your take-home pay & reduce tax with our salary packaging.
• $141,973 - $151,252 - Relative to your previous experience

Job: 970724 | Full-Time | Fixed-Term (September 2026) | Redfern, NSW

Please note that due to the criticality of this role to our organisation, we will move at a pace through our recruitment process. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply ASAP. The role will close when an offer is accepted by a suitable candidate.

This is an Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander identified position which is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.

The Aboriginal Legal Service (ALS) was established in a critical act of self-determination over 50 years ago as part of the Aboriginal rights protest movement. We provide high-quality, culturally safe legal and support services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people throughout NSW and the ACT, and fight for social justice and equity for our communities.

What Will You Do?
In this role, you will be an integral and valued member of a dedicated team driving our Justice Reinvestment program as part of ALS’s commitment to Closing the Gap. You’ll lead place-based, community-led initiatives that build strong partnerships and drive justice reform across NSW.

• Lead and support a regional team of Community Partnerships Officers, managing work plans, performance, and project deliverables across NSW.
• Develop tools, strategies, and resources to support local justice plans, data collection, and implementation of justice reinvestment initiatives.
• Strengthen local partnerships by collaborating with Aboriginal communities, Just Reinvest NSW, CAPO, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure community-led justice initiatives are informed by ALS client experiences, local Aboriginal knowledge, and systemic reform priorities.
• Contribute to policy development and reporting, including advice, briefings, project plan, and evaluations to support Closing the Gap outcomes.
• Represent ALS in key forums and maintain alignment with ALS values, EEO, WHS policies, and organisational code of conduct.

Who Are We Looking For?
A highly skilled and motivated individual with a thorough understanding of the cultural, social, and historical needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. You will be able to demonstrate:

• Must Identify as Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander
• Extensive leadership and team management skills, including supervising Aboriginal staff and supporting professional development across remote/regional teams.
• Strong understanding of the criminal justice system, justice reinvestment, and culturally safe, community-led approaches to change for Aboriginal communities.
• Extensive experience working with Aboriginal communities, including in community organising, development, advocacy, and engagement strategy design.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence, advocate, and communicate effectively in diverse settings.
• Well-developed organisational, planning, and communication skills, with the ability to manage projects, produce reports/policies, and work independently or in teams.
• Willingness to travel and support regional teams, and proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Why Join Us?
At ALS, you can discover a fulfilling career that truly makes an impact in the community. We also offer our staff a range of generous benefits including:

• Not-for-profit salary packaging to reduce your tax burden, which means you get to keep more of your hard-earned money in your pocket
• Annual leave loading of 17.5%, ensuring that you are rewarded for your time off and can enjoy a well-deserved break.
• Career and professional development opportunities

At ALS, we are committed to upholding the highest standards of safe recruitment practices. Therefore, it is essential that candidates either possess or have the capacity to obtain a current and valid Working with Children (NSW) or Working with Vulnerable People (ACT) check for this role.

We are focused to providing equal opportunities to all candidates. If you identify as a person with a disability and need any adjustments or support with your application including throughout the recruitment process, please let us know by reaching out to our Talent Team at [email protected]

Interested?
For a copy of the Position Description please contact our Talent Team at [email protected]
Applicants should provide a resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.