Add expected salary to your profile for insights Care for country, culture, and heritageFull time role reporting to the BoardWaanyi PBC is a Traditional Owner organisation representing the Waanyi people over an area of 17,000 square kilometres north of Mt Isa, in North West Queensland. Care for country includes the Bidunggu Land Trust area, a number of pastoral properties and reserves, Boodjamulla (Lawn Hill) National Park, in and around the town of Doomadgee and the Century Mine site.On 15 April 2024, the Office of the Registrar of Indigenous Corporations (ORIC) placed Waanyi PBC under special administration to initiate and ensure corporate reform in preparation for the return of the corporation to member control.About the OpportunityWaanyi PBC seeks to appoint a dynamic Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to report to the Board, responsible for the strategic direction, growth, and operational excellence of the organisation. This includes achieving the strategic vision, strengthening financial performance and corporate governance, capacity building across the community, and developing a stronger, more unified organisation for further development for all Waanyi people. The CEO role is critical to lead Waanyi PBC to improve the lives and welfare of the Waanyi people, represent country and community with stakeholders, and promote and protect culture while taking action to build economic advancement in the region.The CEO will be based in the corporation's offices in Cairns. Applications are invited from individuals with the following candidate requirements:Proven senior executive or senior manager experience in community and/or government services, ideally with knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and heritage matters.Demonstrated success in building effective relationships in Community and partnerships with regulators, government agencies and other community bodies.Commercial operations management skills, including funding management and financial reporting.Demonstrated experience in developing the vision, strategic and operational plans targeting actions to achieve desired outcomes and KPIs.Experience working with Boards, and understanding the role of the Chief Executive, management, staff and stakeholder partners in the leadership, management and operation of an organisation.Demonstrated experience in leading and managing teams, mentoring and empowering staff to build a culture of engagement and success; andTertiary qualifications in professional business, finance or community services disciplines.Applications from First Nations people are encouraged however, this is not a designated/identified opportunity. Previous applicants to this position are encouraged to reapply.A cover letter of no more than two (2) pages reflecting on your suitability against the candidate requirements; andA resume / curriculum vitae reflecting their professional career, skills and experience.For more information, please contact Sue Bruce of PDM Consultancy on 0474 242 751 for a confidential discussion.Please note: It is a requirement that prior to commencing in this role, you must possess and present a current National Criminal History Check.Applications close 12.00 noon on Friday 5 July 2024. Your application will include the following questions: Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment? Report this job advert Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. What can I earn as a Chief Executive Officer #J-18808-Ljbffr
