Team Leader - Wadeye

Job Posting Organization:
Save the Children Australia is a leading child rights organization, recognized for its commitment to ensuring that children and young people have their rights met and thrive in all their diversity. Established as part of a global movement, Save the Children Australia operates across various states and territories, providing quality services to children and their caregivers. The organization focuses on delivering impactful programs and support services, particularly in remote areas and capital cities, with a mission to create lasting change for children everywhere. Save the Children Australia prides itself on being a not-for-profit organization that is not ordinary, emphasizing its dedication to making a difference in the lives of at-risk children and families.

Job Overview:
The Team Leader position in Wadeye is a full-time, fixed-term role that runs until the end of June 202

• The successful candidate will lead a team dedicated to delivering programs that support families and children with complex, high needs. This role is crucial in ensuring that the Play2Learn and Intensive Family Support programs are effectively implemented, creating a positive impact on the community. The Team Leader will report to the Regional Manager and will be responsible for the operational management of program activities, budget oversight, and staff support. This position requires a strong commitment to the well-being of staff and the communities served, with a focus on therapeutic engagement and safety planning for children. The role also involves regular travel between Darwin and Wadeye, with accommodation provided in Wadeye and Fridays spent working from the Darwin office.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Team Leader will be responsible for building and maintaining effective networks with stakeholders to maximize positive outcomes for families and children. This includes prioritizing the monitoring and evaluation of programs, ensuring a strong focus on therapeutic engagement and safety planning. The Team Leader will provide regular leadership to the program team through coaching and professional supervision, manage budgeting and data collection, and meet internal and external reporting requirements. Additionally, the role involves fostering a high-performing team culture, managing team dynamics, and ensuring that the team is well-supported in their roles. The Team Leader will also be expected to engage with the community, understand their needs, and adapt programs accordingly to ensure they are effective and relevant.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must demonstrate experience in managing a team and driving a high-performing team culture. They should have experience working with families in case management roles, particularly in diverse and disadvantaged communities, including remote Indigenous communities. A willingness to travel between Darwin and Wadeye is essential, along with a working knowledge of the Northern Territory Child Protection and Domestic Violence Systems. A diploma level certification in a relevant field is required, as well as a current driver’s license and a Working with Children’s Card (or eligibility to apply). Proven leadership skills and the ability to nurture a cohesive team are also critical for this role.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a minimum of a diploma level certification in a relevant field. This could encompass areas such as social work, community services, or child protection, which are essential for understanding the complexities of working with at-risk children and families. The educational qualifications should equip the candidate with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively lead programs and support staff in their roles.

Experience:
The position requires candidates to have substantial experience in managing teams and working in case management roles. Experience in diverse and disadvantaged communities, particularly in remote Indigenous settings, is highly valued. Candidates should have a proven track record of driving high-performing team cultures and delivering effective programs that support families and children with complex needs. This experience is crucial for understanding the challenges faced by the communities served and for implementing strategies that lead to positive outcomes.

Languages:
While the job description does not specify mandatory languages, proficiency in English is essential for communication within the organization and with stakeholders. Additionally, knowledge of local Indigenous languages could be beneficial, as it may enhance engagement with the community and improve the effectiveness of programs aimed at supporting Indigenous families.

Additional Notes:
This is a full-time, fixed-term position with a contract duration until the end of June 202

• The role is classified as Fly-In Fly-Out (FIFO), requiring travel from Darwin to Wadeye on Monday mornings and returning on Thursday afternoons. Accommodation in Wadeye is provided, and Fridays are spent working from the Darwin office. The position offers an award rate salary of $55.72 per hour, along with access to full PBI salary packaging benefits. Employees will have individual learning plans to support their career development, as well as access to workplace wellness programs, including a confidential Employee Wellbeing Program. Save the Children Australia encourages diversity and inclusion within its workforce and strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates to apply.