Operations Manager

1 week ago

Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia RSPCA Darwin Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year
Who we are

The RSPCA is Australia's pre-eminent animal welfare organisation with an exceptional history of delivering outcomes for animals. RSPCA Northern Territory is an incorporated association in the NT and is a member of RSPCA Australia. Despite being Australia's smallest RSPCA society, RSPCA Northern Territory achieves leading successful outcomes and has strong community support.

The role

Reporting to the Board of RSPCA Northern Territory, the NT Operations Manager will lead a team of enthusiastic and committed staff, on a full-time basis. The NT Operations Manager is responsible for providing leadership and direction to the organisation, contributing to its financial and organisational sustainability, and developing and managing strong relationships with sponsors and supporters.

You will
  • Strategically lead and manage the RSPCA Northern Territory's operations, including shelter and vet clinic functions to achieve positive outcomes for animals of the Top End.
  • Identify and progress new opportunities for income generation and sponsorship.
  • Ensure robust financial management practices.
  • Maintain a high level of understanding of, and compliance with legislative requirements e.g. workplace health and safety.
  • Collaborate with RSPCA Australia, interstate Member Societies and other stakeholders.
  • Work closely with the Board of Directors, assisting in the development of strategic and operational plans, and driving the implementation of these.
  • Staff and volunteer management, including recruitment, ongoing support, and training and development.
  • Develop a culture of open communication, where continuous improvement is the norm and there is support for change initiatives.
  • Manage day-to-day issues across the shelter and vet clinic functions.
  • Work with the Board Treasurer to assist with budget preparation and financial management.
  • Lead by example – it is the expectation of all staff that they be willing to be involved at ground level in shelter operations.

Your experience
  • Business minded background, leading operations in a resource constrained environment.
  • Proven people leadership capability, including engaging staff and volunteer team members and driving performance.
  • Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to work with media, Board Directors and external stakeholders effectively and consistently
  • Ability to develop and implement local programs to further the objectives of the organisation.
Your key attributes

Building relationships - Build constructive working relationships and demonstrate a high level of acceptance, cooperation and mutual respect.

Self-driven - Proactive, with the ability to deliver on both strategic and operational priorities without prompting or supervision.

Flexible – Adaptable to changing operational needs, with resilience to navigate a sometimes challenging environment.

Brand Ambassador - Confident with public speaking, with the skills and experience to represent the organisation, its Mission, Vision and Values positively and professionally.

For further information or a confidential discussion about the role, contact RSPCA NT Chair, Chris Chilcott on

All applications to include a current resume and cover letter.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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