Join Our Client's Visionary Team as Chief Operating Officer!
Our Mission: Our client is an inspiring, indigenous-led organisation grounded in the strength of women's law, authority, and culture.
They deliver impactful health, social, and cultural services for indigenous communities across Alice Springs, guided by their deep respect for cultural values and collective agency.
Our Values: At the heart of our client's work is a commitment to Anangu people and their culture, working hand-in-hand through the Malparara way-a unique, cross-cultural framework that honours collaboration between Anangu and non-Indigenous people.
Operating as a trauma-informed organisation, every action reflects compassion and resilience.
Your Team Join a passionate Directorate team that ensures the organisation's services are meaningful, culturally informed, and responsive to the needs of Anangu women and their families.
By working closely with the Directors, this team amplifies the voices of Anangu women, ensuring their leadership shapes every decision.
Your Role As Chief Operating Officer, you will report directly to the CEO and lead the transformation of our client's corporate services.
You'll steer operational strategy, support growth, and drive innovation across the organisation.
In this pivotal role, you will: Oversee and optimise operational functions for efficiency and excellence.
Mentor and guide a high-performing management team.
Lead decisions on innovation and best practices.
Shape and execute strategies that align with the organisation's mission and values.
This is your opportunity to make a real difference, ensuring the organisation thrives in delivering its essential services.
Your Key Responsibilities Operational Excellence: Drive efficiency by implementing and completing transformative projects.
Oversee key functions like HR, IT, and administration.
Ensure the organisation operates smoothly and sustainably.
Leadership: Inspire and mentor the senior management team to achieve excellence.
Build a collaborative, positive, and mission-driven culture.
Strategic Vision: Collaborate with the CEO, CFO, and Directors to shape and execute a forward-looking strategic plan.
Monitor, evaluate, and refine operational strategies to boost performance.
Financial & Risk Management: Partner with the CFO to ensure financial health, regulatory compliance, and risk management.
Coordinate audits and implement recommendations to enhance systems.
Stakeholder Engagement: Foster strong relationships with stakeholders, including government bodies, funders, and community members.
Represent corporate services in board meetings and other key forums.
Team & Culture Development: Cultivate an inclusive, collaborative workplace that champions diversity and the organisation's mission.
What We're Looking For Skills & Experience: Proven leadership experience, with a talent for inspiring and guiding teams.
Strategic mindset and the ability to translate ideas into action.
Expertise in compliance, risk management, and NFP regulations.
Strong project management and organisational skills.
Personal Attributes: Collaborative, adaptable, and proactive problem solver.
Ethical, diplomatic, and fair in all interactions.
Resilient and passionate about creating meaningful impact.
Qualifications: Tertiary qualifications in business administration, nonprofit management, law, or technology.
Post-graduate qualifications (desirable).
5+ years of senior corporate management experience in the commercial or corporate sector.
Why Join Us?
What's On Offer: A competitive base salary (negotiable based on experience).
11.5% superannuation.
Generous leave entitlements and a retention bonus.
Salary packaging benefits to maximise your income.
Employment Details Work in alignment with our client's values, policies, and cross-cultural practices.
Be ready to work in remote communities, including occasional overnight stays.
A current criminal history check, valid driver's license, and willingness to operate a manual 4WD vehicle may be required.
Make a lasting difference in a role that blends strategy, leadership, and cultural collaboration.
Join our client in empowering Anangu women and their communities!
Apply today!
How to Apply If you're a dynamic leader with a passion for driving positive change, we'd love to hear from you.
How to apply: Please click the apply button below to make a real meaningful impact, or alternatively email your resume to Sarah Ingram at ****** For any queries regarding the position or application process, contact Sarah on (03) 9087 1020 TRADEWIND AUSTRALIA AND THE ORGANISATIONS WE REPRESENT ARE PROUD TO BE EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYERS.
We welcome applications from people who reflect the diversity of the organisations we partner with, and the people they support.
We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background and people with disability and lived experience to apply.