Project Manager

Take the lead in a brand new community project and help shape a long‑term program from the ground up. Support remote Aboriginal communities to grow food, cook healthy meals and build lasting skills. Join EON and be part of meaningful change. EON Aboriginal Foundation, a not‑for‑profit organisation established in 2005, delivers the EON Thriving Communities Program, which focusses on improving nutrition through gardening and nutrition education as a basis for chronic disease prevention across Western Australia and the Northern Territory. Working at EON offers a meaningful opportunity to make a lasting impact on people’s lives. Our team is inspired by our vision of making a lasting contribution in remote Aboriginal communities. Are you an enthusiastic, self‑motivated individual who takes initiative? EON Aboriginal Foundation is excited to invite applications for the position of Project Manager working across three new and exciting community projects in Alice Springs and the surrounds. If you are driven, proactive, and capable of working independently, we invite you to join our dynamic team. Position Overview As a Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in delivering EON’s Thriving Communities Program. This involves planning, planting, and maintaining edible gardens, as well as providing practical lessons on gardening, cooking, and nutrition. With a special emphasis on delivering these classes to school children, the aim is to empower schools and communities to establish sustainable sources of fresh, healthy food and develop skills for maintaining gardens and promoting good nutrition. Ideally, the successful candidate will be based in Alice Springs, NT, spreading their time across Santa Teresa, Hermansburg and Areyonga communities, requiring the successful candidate to stay on community for 3‑4 nights each fortnight. Full‑time (76 hours per fortnight), occasional out‑of‑hours work for stakeholder engagement events. Fixed‑term contract until December 31, 2026, with a possibility of extension. $88,281 p.a. plus superannuation, with salary packaging options up to $18,549 p.a. tax‑free. 6 weeks annual leave. Generous Travel Allowance provided for all nights spent working away from home. Travel time within contracted work hours. Based in Alice Springs with fortnightly travel to community (up to 4 nights a fortnight). Fully maintained work vehicle provided. The Ideal Candidate We are looking for candidates who are passionate about gardening, cooking and community engagement. Ideal applicants will have existing gardening knowledge or a willingness to learn sustainable practices, and a passion for healthy cooking and sharing practical skills with others. Key Skills and Attributes Gardening and cooking expertise: Ability to establish and maintain edible gardens, teach sustainable gardening practices and share cooking skills. Cultural sensitivity and adaptability: Experience engaging respectfully with Aboriginal communities, with a deep understanding of cultural diversity. Engaging and teaching children: Ability to connect with school‑aged children, deliver engaging and practical lessons, and create a positive learning environment that makes gardening, cooking, and nutrition education accessible and enjoyable. Problem‑solving and flexibility: Strong ability to adapt to challenges and develop creative, practical solutions. Community engagement: Excellent interpersonal skills to build strong relationships and collaborate effectively with local communities, with the ability to communicate with people of all ages, from children to adults. Independent and proactive: Confidence in managing projects independently, particularly in remote and dynamic settings. How to Apply If you are passionate about community development, sustainable living, and making a positive impact, we invite you to submit your application. Send your resume and a cover letter addressing your motivation, relevant experience, and approach to working in diverse environments to @eon.org.au . The successful applicant must hold or obtain a current manual driver’s licence, Working with Children Check, and National Police Check. Applications close at 5pm AWST on 4 January 2025. EON reserves the right to withdraw this role before the closing date. EON Aboriginal Foundation is committed to increasing the representation of Aboriginal people in our workforce. We strongly encourage First Nations People of Australia to apply, as over 50% of our employees identify as Aboriginal. #J-18808-Ljbffr