Executive Manager Grants, Governance

3 days ago

Wellington New South Wales Australia Wellington Aboriginal Corporation Health Service Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Note: This is an Identified position for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People. Aboriginality is a genuine qualification authorised under Section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination ACT 1977

Location:- Dubbo, Wellington (NSW) or Mount Druitt

Wellington Aboriginal Corporation Health Service (WACHS) is an Aboriginal community-controlled health organisation that aims to empower Aboriginal people to take control of their individual, family, and community health and wellbeing needs through our clinical and community programs.

Our main services are in Wellington, Dubbo, Moree, Western Sydney, Penrith, Nepean, and Blue Mountains, and we provide outreach services to other towns and communities through our regional programs.

About the Role:

The Executive Manager Grants, Governance & Compliance leads grant acquisition, governance frameworks, and regulatory compliance. Key responsibilities include managing grants, ensuring legal adherence, implementing risk management, and collaborating with donors and government bodies. Strong financial management, leadership, and strategic skills are essential, alongside team mentoring and upholding high ethical standards to align operations with the organisation's mission.

Key reasonability's but not limited to:

  • Help develop and achieve WACHS strategy and business plans, focusing on governance, compliance, and identifying strategic risks.
  • Build and manage a compliance framework to ensure legal and regulatory requirements are met.
  • Support the organization's approach to risk and its risk culture.
  • Communicate risk and compliance issues clearly, ensuring timely reporting and escalation as needed, including regular updates to the Board and relevant committees.
  • Oversee quality and assurance efforts, including creating and maintaining policies and procedures.
  • Lead the Risk & Compliance team, setting goals and performance expectations.

Skills, Experience & Mandatory Requirements:

  • Experience in identifying, applying for, and managing grants.
  • Strong understanding of governance frameworks and policy development.
  • Thorough knowledge of legal/regulatory frameworks and ensuring compliance.
  • Ability to implement and manage risk frameworks and assessments.
  • Strong financial literacy, including managing budgets and grant funds.
  • Skilled in building relationships with donors, government bodies, and other stakeholders.
  • Proven leadership experience with ability to manage and mentor teams.
  • Experience in long-term strategic planning for governance and compliance.
  • Strong ability to develop and present reports to boards and stakeholders.
  • Commitment to transparency, ethics, and organizational accountability.
  • Certificate of Aboriginality
  • A Current National Police Check.
  • A Current Working With Children Check NSW.
  • Current Driver's License that allows you to drive in Australia.
  • COVID-19 Vaccination with Booster Information.

Benefits:

  • A competitive salary
  • Generous not-for-profit salary packaging
  • Becoming an integral part of an enthusiastic and diligent NFP Organisation

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