Executive Manager, Corporate Services

1 week ago


Geelong city centre, Australia Wathaurong Aboriginal Co-Operative Full time

General/Business Unit Manager (CEO & General Management)We currently have a Full-Time, Fixed-Term (ending 31st March 2025) opportunity to join a leading Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation in the role of Executive Manager, Corporate Services.

If you are an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person with experience in leading a team of Corporate Service professionals, then we want to hear from you.

The position reports directly to the Deputy Chief Executive Officer and is responsible for the Corporate Service functions of Wathaurong.

About YouThe successful candidate will be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person who meets the following criteria:
Only Aboriginal and Torres Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander persons are eligible to apply for this role.

This is a special measures role and only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples are eligible to apply, under the special measures provision, section 12(1) of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic).Knowledge of safe and appropriate culturally centred practices for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander focused services, including employment of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.

Demonstrated understanding of social, physical, economical, and cultural strengths and challenges affecting Aboriginal communities and their ability to access adequate and quality services.

Understanding of the purpose and expectations of the Victorian Child Safe Standards and demonstrated commitment to contributing to a child safe organisation in both practice and culture.

Proven track record in the provision of expert and strategic advice and leadership in the development and implementation of policies, strategies, and programs that support our community and staff to thrive.

Highly developed communication, consultation, and negotiation skills, demonstrated at the executive and senior management levels.
Extensive senior management or executive leadership experience in a community, cultural, or Health services setting.
Strong leadership skills and the ability to influence and negotiate organisational decision making.
Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to develop positive stakeholder relationships and communicate with diverse individuals at all levels.
Demonstrated understanding of the philosophy and practice of Aboriginal Community Control.
Demonstrated ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with our Community members, staff and stakeholders in a culturally appropriate manner.
Demonstrated experience working with Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations.

A qualification would be looked upon favourably, specifically in areas of leadership, health, social science, community development or community services.

Demonstrated experience in Corporate Services sector leadership including extensive knowledge of organisational operations including Administration, Finance, HR, Quality & Compliance, IT and Facilities.


Note:


A recent police check (facilitated by Wathaurong), current Working With Children Check - Employee, and valid Driver Licence are required for all positions.

About UsWathaurong was formed by Community in 1978 as a place of common ground where Aboriginal people could be together and share in a sense of Community, with formal registration in 1980 to support the social, economic, and cultural development of the local Aboriginal Community.

Wathaurong is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation governed by an Aboriginal Board who are elected through the Annual General Meeting process annually, with their Chief Executive Officer to operationalise the strategic directives of the Board.

Wathaurong operate on the traditional lands of the Wadda Wurrung, Boonwurrung, Gulidjan and Gabudanud peoples. Our support focuses on the local government areas of Geelong, Wyndham, Golden Plains, Colac Otway, Surf Coast and Queenscliff.

How to ApplyA Position Description can be viewed on our website at:

must be submitted via SEEK.Applications should consist of a current resume and a cover letter including responses to the Key Selection Criteria, submitted in Word or PDF format before the closing date.

Applications close on


Wednesday 3rd July 2024Please note : This is a special measures role and only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples are eligible to apply, under the special measures provision, section 12(1) of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic).


Your application will include the following questions:
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?How many years' experience do you have as a Corporate Services Manager?How many years of people management experience do you have?Do you identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander?Do you have a current Australian Driver Licence?Report this job advert

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