Executive Director Community Services

1 week ago


Cairns, Queensland, Australia Torres Strait Island Regional Council Full time

Torres Strait Island Regional Council Full Time Permanent 24/05/2024 Make a meaningful impact in the Torres Strait Island communities, while experiencing a unique and culturally rich environment.

The Torres Strait Island Regional Council (TSIRC) represents fifteen unique outer island communities and manages the treaty agreement between mainland Australia and Papua New Guinea.

Committed to the prosperity and sustainability of our culturally rich region, TSIRC offers an exceptional opportunity to make a significant impact on our community's development.

As the Executive Director of Community Services, you will lead and manage our Community Services Department, ensuring high-quality service delivery to TSIRC communities in line with our Organisational and Corporate Plans.

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, you will oversee operations, financial planning, and service development, ensuring compliance with statutory obligations and Council policies.

You will support service teams in delivering key social services, including Environmental Health, Housing, Health & Wellbeing, and Aged Care Support.

You will also develop systems to monitor community needs, lead strategic partnerships, and source new funding to enhance service delivery.

Collaborating with other Council departments and external agencies to achieve strategic goals and advocating for TSIRC services will be crucial aspects of this role.

We seek candidates with a graduate qualification in business administration, law, human resources, or a related discipline, and at least 8 years' senior management experience in local government or public service.

Superior communication, consultative, and negotiating skills, along with high levels of personal integrity and ethics, are essential.
Strong leadership and team management capabilities are vital for this role.
This is a maximum term, full-time position for 3 years, with a possible extension.
You can be based in any TSIRC divisional office or Cairns, with regular travel to the Torres Strait Islands.

This role offers a unique opportunity to lead and shape the future of one of Australia's most culturally vibrant regions.

Work from Cairns or any of the Torres Strait Islands.

To Apply Please visit our website to obtain a detailed Information Package about the role and the Application Form.

Once you have read these please contact John Oberhardt on for a confidential discussion regarding the position

Employer:

Torres Strait Island Regional Council Job Type:
Full Time Permanent
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