Join MacDonnell Regional Council - Make a Real Difference in Central Australia!

• Position Title: Senior Coordinator Children's Services
• Competitive Salary: Starting at $109,855.00 per annum.
• Based: Alice Springs
• Term Type: This position is a fixed-term, full-time role (1FTE) until 30 June 2027, with the potential for extension.

Why you'll love working here:

• Live and work in stunning Central Australia - from serene waterholes to vibrant desert sands
• Join a diverse, culturally rich team - 78% of our workforce is Indigenous
• Make a tangible impact in the community every single day

Amazing benefits you can't miss:

• 6 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
• 12% superannuation contributions
• Relocation benefits available
• Christmas Shutdown (3 gifted days)
• 12 days paid personal/ carers leave
• 10 days cultural & ceremonial leave
• Parental leave: 8 weeks primary, 2 weeks non-primary caregiver
• Up to 15 days study leave for professional growth
• NAIDOC public holiday celebrating Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander culture

Who we're looking for:

Are you an experienced Senior Coordinator/Educator ready to make a real impact in remote Early Childhood Education and Care settings? Join MRC and take the lead in inspiring and mentoring teams, supporting high-quality and compliant ECE programs, and shaping best practice across our services. Working closely with the Executive Manager, you'll play a key role in staff leadership, succession planning, and empowering Coordinators of Children's Services to deliver meaningful outcomes for children, families and communities.

To succeed in this role, you'll need:

• Postgraduate degree, or working towards, and extensive experience in Early Childhood Education and Care.
• A minimum of 3 years' experience in a leadership position.
• Understanding of the National Quality Standards including the regulations, standards and approved Early Learning Frameworks.
• Current Australian Driver's License.
• Current First Aid Certificate in Education and Care setting including CPR, anaphylaxis and asthma components.
• NT working with Children (Ochre) Card or ability to obtain one.
• Satisfactory completion of a Criminal History Check.

Ready to Jump In?

Send us:

• A one-page cover letter explaining why you're perfect for this role
• Your resume

Check out the Position Description or contact the Executive Manager Aged Care and Children's Services on 08 8958 9600 for more info.

Applications are open until we find the perfect candidate - so act fast!

Important Info

• Must have valid Australian working rights (citizenship, permanent residency, or valid work visa)
• This role is a special measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth), and s57 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1997 (NT). Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants will receive priority consideration if eligible.