Job Description
We currently have an exciting full-time opportunity for a Senior Manager – Sages to lead our innovative social enterprise, Sages Cottage Farm, located in Baxter. Sages is a unique 38-acre community farm that provides meaningful learning, employment and social opportunities for people with different abilities.
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This role is instrumental in leading and overseeing the operational practices and team culture at Sages. The Senior Manager - Sages provides strategic and operational leadership to Sages Cottage Farm, driving sustainable commercial growth while delivering high-quality, person-centred NDIS services. The role is responsible for balancing commercial performance, client outcomes, regulatory compliance and organisational sustainability, ensuring Sages continues to thrive as a leading social enterprise within the Wallara Group. Please note that this role does not include oversight of the café or hospitality functions.
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This is a full-time position working Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:36pm. Versatile working arrangements may be available by agreement.
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What you'll need to succeed
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Appropriate qualifications and experience leading operations within a social enterprise, community-based business, disability, health or similarly regulated environment
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Project management and business development experience
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Proven experience with implementing social change initiative
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Demonstrated understanding of the National Disability Insurance Scheme, or similar highly regulated or compliance driven sector
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Highly developed leadership skills with experience managing a diverse workforce
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Skilled at developing networks with key decision makers, internal and external stakeholders and relevant organisations
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Excellent communication, problem-solving and relationship-building skills
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Strong attention to detail and intermediate computer skills
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Commitment to the principles of WHS, EEO, Cultural Diversity and all relevant legislation
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Must haves
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Right to work in Australia
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NDIS Worker Screening Check (or ability to obtain)
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A supportive and collaborative work culture
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Competitive salary including salary packaging options
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EAP - Employee Assistance Program
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Access to employee benefits and discounts. This includes discounts for Endota Spa and more!
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About Wallara
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Wallara Australia is a unique non-profit organisation based in Melbourne's South East. Every day we provide creative services for Australia's largest minority group – people with disabilities. We coach them to grow as individuals, to work productively, to explore their communities and to live the way they choose.
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Why a career with Wallara?
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Because when you join Wallara, you'll join a movement! We're driving social change for people with different abilities and we're having a good time doing it! We're passionate, professional, and purposeful about our mission. We also value innovation, collaboration and celebration. It's just the way we roll! If you believe the future is inclusive, you'll feel right at home with us.
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**** South East Business Employer of Choice Award Winner
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This award recognises organisations that are committed to investing in the development of their people. We do this by reinforcing shared values with a united purpose which establishes a distinct Employee Value Proposition. We also invest in wellbeing, promote work life balance, have a talent growth strategy that demonstrates best practice and are creating a culture of business excellence.
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The Wallara Way:
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Be creative and push the boundaries
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Think client first
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Do the right thing
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Together we make a difference
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Have fun and celebrate awesomeness

📌 Senior Manager - Sages (Victoria)
🏢 Wallara Australia
📍 Victoria