DescriptionORGANISATIONAL CONTEXT
'To strengthen Mabu Liyan for all, always'
Culture, Community, Country, Prosperity, Governance
Nyamba Buru Yawuru (NBY) means 'This is the place of Yawuru'. NBY is the operational company of the Yawuru Native Title Holders Aboriginal Corporation. NBY manages the day-to-day business of Yawuru and is engaged in a diverse range of projects which help to provide social, cultural, environmental and financial sustainability for the future of Yawuru people.
JOB SUMMARY
In accordance with Yawuru's Corporate Strategy, the Senior Project Officer leads initiatives to leverage and develop NBY's assets for the purpose of growing sustainable income streams.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Contribute and provide input into the annual Operational Plan and budget process, prioritisation of projects and strategic planning initiatives.Prepare and/or assist in the development of detailed Business Cases / Funding Submissions or briefing notes associated with project objectives, due diligence and obtain organisational commitment to projects.A holistic approach should be taken to managing projects from initiation to completion; considering cultural, environmental, social and economic outcomes.Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Liyan-ngan Nyirrwa centre, managing venue hire bookings, marketing, IT systems and maintenance.Manage the day-to-day operations of various projects and NBY Joint Ventures, from initiation stage to completion, including high level projects, to ensure the project objectives are on schedule and budget, including coordination of consultant teams where required.Identify and manage project risks to ensure project objectives are met with a managed level of risk to the organisation and keep Chief Business Development Officer regularly informed of those risks and implement risk mitigation strategies.Procure and influence partners to achieve 'best practice' in project design and financial returns to the organisation.Oversee and coordinate Federal, State and Local Government approval processes in a timely and cohesive manner.Building strong relationships and negotiating with Local Government, Community Associations and other State Government Agencies to achieve positive outcomes.Manage financial expenditure of projects, including creation and review of financial feasibilities and authorising expenditure in accordance with approved budgets.Assist with documentation, tendering and award of contracts as well as attending site meetings, supervising and reporting on variations and schedule. Ensure deadlines are strictly adhered to.Regularly report as directed on the performance of projects against time, cost and risk performance indicators.Coordinate/oversee projects assigned to other designated management team(s) or designated staff.INDIVIDUAL COMMITMENT
Actively embrace and integrate NBY's vision, mission and values into the role, and model appropriate behavioursWork collaboratively with management and staff across the business in support of NBY's strategic objectivesMaintain a professional approach in the workplaceConform to NBY's conditions of employment, code of conduct, and organisational policies and proceduresAdhere to relevant legislative requirementsContinuously identify and implement opportunities for improvementOTHER: Undertake other tasks as requested by the CEO, CBDO, COO, CFO or delegated representative and that are relevant to this position and commensurate with incumbent's skills, abilities and experience.ESSENTIAL SELECTION CRITERIA
Tertiary qualification in finance, project management or related fieldDemonstrated sound commercial and business acumen and the ability to identify opportunities and develop them into commercially viable outcomesAdvanced interpersonal skills, including the ability to engage, influence, negotiate, and facilitateAdvanced project management and due diligence skills including management of consulting teams, budgets, programs and financial reporting to deliver projects to agreed specifications for time, cost and scopeDemonstrated experience managing staff, contractors and building successful teamsHold a Current 'C' Class driver's licenceHave a National police clearance less than 6 months oldDESIRABLE SELECTION CRITERIA
1. Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, cultures and issues effecting them
2. Experience working in culturally diverse workplaces
3. Possession of an established network in relevant sectors
4. Experience in town planning and property development
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