• $117,356 to $126,251 plus superannuation
• Applications close:
• Job posted on: 6th Aug 2026
• Regional NT > Alice Springs & Central Australia
• Full Time, Contract
• Domestic & Family Violence, Indigenous, Management
• Not For Profit (NFP)

About Desert Knowledge Australia

Desert Knowledge Australia (DKA) is a statutory corporation of the Northern Territory established under the Desert Knowledge Australia Act 2003 (NT). Our purpose is to encourage and facilitate learning, research and sustainable economic and social development relating to deserts and arid lands. DKA is governed by a First Nations–majority board appointed by the NT Government for their knowledge of and deep connection to desert Australia. DKA is based at the Desert Knowledge Precinct on Arrernte country, 9kms south of the centre of Mparntwe/Alice Springs. Find out more about DKA at www.dka.com.au

About the Safe on Country Fund

DKA is administering the Australian Government's Strengthening Families and Communities – Safe on Country Fund in Central Australia: a flexible funding model operating to 30 June 2028 that will on-fund community-led projects to reduce family and domestic violence, strengthen families, and improve safety and wellbeing on Country. Click here to learn more about the Safe on Country Fund media release.

About the role

The Program Manager leads the delivery of the Safe on Country Fund in Central Australia, ensuring the program is community-led, culturally safe, well governed and accountable. The role manages the funding relationship with the Department of Social Services, serves as the Executive Officer for the Safe on Country Fund Community Panel, and leads a small team responsible for engagement, grants administration and program support across the Alice Springs, MacDonnell and Central Desert regions.

• Employment Type: Full-time, fixed term to 30 June 2028 (subject to funding)
• Salary: AO7 $117,356 to $126,251 plus superannuation

For further information about this role including the position description and selection criteria, visit our website.

How to apply

To submit your application, please click ‘Apply Now’ on/before the closing date. You will be redirected to our online application form. Applications are reviewed as soon as received and will close as soon as a suitable applicant is found.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

A position description is attached.

• Attachment iconPD_Program_Manager_Safe_on_Country_Fund.pdf

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