RISE Ventures is committed to local communities and their needs - our strategy strengthens our presence and our connection with stakeholders in the Remote Australia Employment Services (RAES) program and goes far beyond just finding jobs.
Whilst key, our role has shifted to include 'providing work opportunities', 'fostering and creating small enterprises', supporting 'emerging businesses', supporting Government objectives - in essence assisting communities to plan for and RISE to the challenge of self-determination.
This role is based in Cairns, QLD which monthly service to Pormpuraaw, Kowanyama, and Mornington Island.
The Community Projects Manager is responsible for the strategic development, funding submission, financial management, workforce oversight, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of RAES Community Projects across Regions 51 and 55.
A day in the life of a Community Projects Lead may include:
Lead the preparation and submission of Interim and Substantive Community Projects funding applications
Develop and manage Community Projects budgets across Regions 51 and 55
Hold overall responsibility for management of all Community Projects staff across Regions 51 and 55
Develop detailed project implementation plans
Coordinate workforce, training providers, and stakeholders
Ensure projects are culturally appropriate and community endorsed
Establish systems to track performance milestones and deliverables
Monitor and report against KPIs under the RAES Performance Framework
Maintain documented evidence of ongoing community consultation
Maintain strong relationships with community leadership, Council, ACCOs, JKG, PBC and advisory groups
Skills and Experience
Demonstrated experience in grant writing and funding submissions
Experience managing multi-site budgets and project implementation
Proven leadership and staff supervision experience




Strong understanding of government contract compliance
Ability to develop and monitor KPIs and performance frameworks
Experience working in or with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
Strong stakeholder engagement and governance capability
Knowledge of Closing the Gap priorities
Experience in very remote locations.
Being a part of the Rise Ventures team, you will be provided with a wide range of benefits including:
5 weeks of paid leave per year
Personal and professional development opportunities
Frequent training and support to excel in the role
Free Employee Assistance Program
Engage Wellbeing and Recognition Centre (Move, Munch, Money and Mind)
To be considered you must...
Have full working rights in Australia
Have a current driver's licence and a comprehensively insured vehicle
Complete anAustralia History Criminal Check
Have a current Working with Children Check or willing to obtain a Working with Children Check before employment
Ability to work Monday to Friday - 8:30am to 5:00pm
Please note that people with a criminal record are not automatically barred from applying for this position, rather the relevance will be considered as it applies to our industry.
About AKG:
With more than200 locationsand a team of1,500+ dedicated professionals, AKG is one of Australia's leading providers of employment, training and health services.
Each year, we supportover 50,000 Australiansto find meaningful employment, build new skills, and improve their health and wellbeing.
As part of theAKG Group, we work alongside people from all backgrounds and life stages, helping them overcome barriers, unlock opportunities, and achieve their goals.
Our work creates real, lasting impact in communities across Australia.
If you're passionate about making a difference and want to be part of an organisation where your work directly empowers others to thrive, AKG offers the opportunity to build a rewarding career with purpose.
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📌 Community Projects Lead - Raes (Queensland)
🏢 RISE Ventures
📍 Queensland