General Manager Economic Development

General Manager Economic Development - Kokatha Aboriginal Corporation

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General Manager Economic Development - Kokatha Aboriginal Corporation

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/ Create Prosperity Through Strategy and Vision

/ Empower Indigenous Growth and Drive Success

/ Lead Sustainable Economic Development

With a vision to improve the lives of Kokatha people, the Kokatha Aboriginal Corporation (KAC) manages the native title rights and interests of the Common Law Holders. Through a strong economic foundation, KAC is delivering long-term independence by creating employment, education and enterprise opportunities, career pathways and self-development opportunities for current and future generations.

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, you will have a clear mandate to lead investment attraction and diversification, business development and community-focused enterprise growth. In this role, you will bring expertise in identifying and maximising commercial opportunities, analysing viability and impact, managing complex stakeholder networks and preparing critical tender submissions and proposals. While identifying and cultivating strategic opportunities across multiple industry sectors (including core relationships with existing partners such as BHP), your role will be showcase the community's unique and broad potential, while fostering ongoing partnerships that deliver tangible long-term outcomes for the Kokatha community. An understanding of native title processes, governance and the importance of cultural integrity in business is essential. Given KAC's current commercial portfolio, a background in mining services or heavy industry would be highly advantageous.

A seasoned executive, you will have demonstrated experience in economic development, business strategy and team leadership, preferably with a tertiary qualification in Business, Commerce, Management or similar. You will bring a strong capacity for data-informed decision-making, financial oversight and compliance management, combined with an ability to mentor and coach local staff. This is a unique opportunity for a strategic thinker who can combine commercial acumen with cultural leadership.

Lead economic change and drive progress in this executive role to make a meaningful impact.

Applications should be forwarded to the attention of Emily Palmer in Word format. Confidential enquiries are welcome to Nikita Bheem on

Seniority level

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionBusiness Development, Strategy/Planning, and General Business
• IndustriesNon-profit Organizations, Civic and Social Organizations, and Mining

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