Early Childhood Australia (ECA) is a national organisation known and respected for the quality and impact of its leadership, advocacy and resourcing on behalf of young children aged between birth and eight years of age. We are currently seeking to fill a number of positions in the ECA National Office, based in Canberra, and various other positions located across Australia. ECA is committed to equal employment opportunities and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as well as people with a disability.
Open Roles
Workforce Connections Coordinator – Education and Care
Tasmania
The Workforce Connections Coordinator – Education and Care plays an important role in creating collaborative relationships across the Education and Care (EC) sector, as well as with the broader community and government stakeholders. This position will support engagement activities, ensuring that voices from all parts of the sector are heard and valued.
A key responsibility of the role is to support the successful implementation of the Early Years and School Age Care (EYSAC) Workforce Strategy (2021 and beyond). This involves working closely with stakeholders to co-design and deliver innovative, sector-led approaches that address workforce needs, promote professional growth, and create sustainable pathways for workforce development. The Connections Coordinator will help identify opportunities for collaboration, amplify local and regional initiatives, and contribute to shaping a thriving EC sector that meets the needs of children, families, and communities.
The position will be part of the Workforce Development Initiative team, working to support the EYSAC Workforce Connections Program.
Please apply through Seek, including your CV and a cover letter that addresses the Selection Criteria in the position description can be found here.
NDIS Administration & Program Support Officer
Darwin, NT
The NDIS Administration & Program Support Officer is vital to the delivery of inclusive, responsive services across ECA NT. Reporting to the Business Operations Manager, you’ll be the first point of contact for NDIS participants and referrals—managing intake, triage, and follow-up in line with contractual requirements.
In addition to your NDIS responsibilities, you’ll support day-to-day office operations, providing high-quality administration across programs, events, and systems.
This is a permanent full-time position, with federal funding secured until 30 June 2027.
Please apply through Seek, including your CV and a cover letter that addresses the Selection Criteria in the position description can be found here.
Senior Events Officer
Canberra, ACT
The Senior Events Officer plays a pivotal role in the planning, coordination, and delivery of the ECA National Conference and other organisational events. This role involves managing multiple stakeholders, overseeing logistics, ensuring exceptional attendee experiences, and continuously improving event outcomes. The position requires strong organisational and administrative skills, effective communication, and a proactive, solutions-focused approach to facilitate the smooth execution of events, in line with ECA’s policies, procedures, and work plan timelines.
The role involves regular communication and collaboration with key stakeholders, committees, and event participants through phone, email, and in-person interactions. It also encompasses project coordination responsibilities across all aspects of event and project management, working closely with teams across the organisation to ensure cohesive and successful outcomes.
This position will require interstate overnight travel from time to time.
Please apply through Seek, including your CV and a cover letter that addresses the Selection Criteria in the position description can be found here.
Applications will close 9.00am Monday 23 June 2025.
Inclusion Professional Position
Darwin, NT
Are you interested in being a game changer in our Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) sector?
Are you passionate about ALL children and families getting to access, participate and contribute to high quality early learning and care environments in their formative developmental years?
Do you have a particular interest and skill working with services and communities to provide quality inclusive practices and environments for all children and families?
If so, then come and work with Early Childhood Australia, NT (ECANT).
Please apply through Seek with your resume and a maximum one-page cover letter telling what you could bring to this position and what drives you
If you would like more information, you can contact Amanda Reid, NT Inclusion Agency Manager on ph. 08 8986 7142 or email amanda.reid@ecant.org.au
