Introduction National Disability Services (NDS) is Australia's peak body for disability service organisations. Representing 1,000 members across Australia, we are Australia’s biggest and most diverse network of disability service providers. Our valued members collectively operate several thousand services for more than 300,000 Australians with disability and employ a workforce of more than 100,000 people. NDS has a strong and influential presence in every state and territory across Australia. Our core functions are to advocate to government for sector-wide changes and improvements, to inform our members about issues that impact them, and to provide resources and services that assist them to deliver sustainable high quality support services for people with disability. NDS employees have the passion to make a difference, are driven to deliver the highest quality support and services to our members and thrive in an environment of positive change and continuous improvement. To find out more about NDS, please visit our website at https://nds.org.au Description About the Role: Are you passionate about driving change in the disability sector? NDS is seeking a dynamic Project Lead to deliver Project BOOST NSW, a high-impact initiative focused on workforce development and inclusive employment, with a variety of stakeholder engagement. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead meaningful work during a significant period of reform in the disability sector. Working Arrangement: Hybrid Hours: Full-time, 38 hours, 5 days per week Status: Permanent, fixed-term or casual What You’ll Be Doing: Lead the delivery of Project BOOST across key regions of NSW including Blacktown, Dubbo and Broken Hill. Develop strategies to attract and retain a diverse disability workforce, including First Nations people, people with disability, and Culturally and linguistically diverse communities. Strengthen and promote the BuyAbility social enterprise platform across NSW. Build and maintain relationships with a wide range of stakeholders including disability services providers, Regional Development Australia, Disability Advocacy groups, Local Jobs Program, and the Australian Human Rights Commission. Represent NDS at forums, workshops, and conferences, and contribute to broader sector development initiatives. Skills And Experiences What You’ll Bring: Experience in the health, social care, or disability sectors. Strong stakeholder engagement and project management skills. Excellent written and verbal communication abilities. A proactive, adaptable approach and commitment to inclusion. Willingness to travel regularly across NSW. Why Join Us? • Make a real impact in the disability sector during a time of national reform. • Travel with purpose to regional NSW and engage directly with communities. • Collaborate with a passionate NSW team and a broad network of influential stakeholders. • Be part of a values-driven organisation that champions inclusion, respect, and sector-wide improvement. What We Offer: Flexible working opportunities Salary packaging benefits Employee Assistance Program Staff Rewards & Discounts program Learning and development opportunities To Apply: We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join NDS. NDS is committed to supporting equal employment opportunities for individuals with disability and will provide reasonable workplace adjustments. We encourage potential applicants with lived experience to contact NDS to discuss any questions regarding individual workplace adjustments. NDS also provides adjustments throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via recruitment@nds.org.au or 02 9256 3141 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email or phone). Applications close: 30 September 2025 . Please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your Skills & Experience in the areas listed above by clicking on the Apply button. For further information please contact recruitment@nds.org.au. Please do not send your application to this email address, as it's for enquiries only. The successful applicant must be prepared to undertake a pre-employment police check. No agencies please.
