Executive Director

3 days ago


Bendigo, Victoria, Australia beBeeTransformational Full time $150,000 - $180,000
Job Opportunity

We are seeking a visionary leader to drive our organisation's growth and transformation, strengthening economic opportunities and self-determination for the Gunaikurnai people.

  • Guide strategic direction, strengthen financial sustainability, and ensure long-term organisational resilience.
  • Strengthen leadership in land and water management across Country.
  • Expand opportunities for economic development and enterprise for Gunaikurnai people.
  • Advocate at the highest levels to influence policy, protect Gunaikurnai rights, and strengthen relations across government and industry.
  • Champion cultural stewardship, ensuring decisions are grounded in our values.
  • Position our organisation to fully engage with Victoria's Treaty process, ensuring we are prepared to influence planning, policy and long-term engagement with First Nations governance.

This is a leadership role that strengthens our organisation's role in protecting Country, advancing self-determination, and delivering sustainable benefits for Gunaikurnai people, now and for future generations.

About Us

We proudly represent the Traditional Owners of the Brataualung, Brayakaulung, Brabralung, Krauatungalung, and Tatungalung clans, recognised under the Native Title Consent Determination and the Traditional Owner Settlement Act 2010.

As the Prescribed Body Corporate (PBC), we jointly manage 14 national parks and reserves and serve as the Registered Aboriginal Party (RAP) responsible for protecting Gunaikurnai cultural heritage under the Victorian Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006.

With over 800 members, we play a pivotal role in protecting Country, advancing self-determination, and creating pathways to sustainable economic empowerment for current and future generations.

What We Offer

You will have the opportunity to lead a respected Traditional Owner corporation through transformational growth, working with a highly engaged and supportive Board committed to strategic excellence, cultural leadership and long-term success.

You will also have the chance to make a lasting contribution to the future of Gunaikurnai people, living and working on Country.

Key Selection Criteria

A minimum of 1.5 years' executive leadership experience, ideally as a CEO or Executive Director.

Demonstrated success in cultivating high-trust relationships across government, corporate, community, and international sectors, with a strong track record of influencing policy at both State and Commonwealth levels.

A deep understanding of Aboriginal governance, cultural heritage, and community aspirations.

Expertise in strategic financial management, sustainable enterprise development, and driving organisational growth.

A proven ability to drive organisational priorities through strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and effective execution.

The ability to inspire trust and embed cultural integrity in all aspects of leadership.

Desired Attributes

Expertise in environmental stewardship and cultural heritage protection.

A track record in Economic Empowerment and Strategic Negotiation.

Relevant tertiary and professional qualifications in business, law, community development, or governance.



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