Join Our Client as Chief Operating Officer
Shape the future of a dynamic, purpose-driven organisation.
About Us
Our client is a proudly community-led organisation guided by the strength of women's law, authority, and culture. They deliver vital health, social, and cultural services, fostering empowerment, resilience, and positive change within the community.
Our Values
Our client believes in the strength and culture of the people they serve. Their work is dedicated to creating more opportunities and better choices for communities through collaboration and respect. A trauma-informed approach underpins their services, ensuring cultural sensitivity and holistic care.
About the Role
As the Chief Operating Officer (COO), you will work closely with the CEO to drive the strategic leadership and transformation of the organisation's corporate services. This pivotal role involves streamlining operations, enhancing systems, and ensuring efficient service delivery to meet the organisation's vision and objectives.
Your Key Responsibilities Operational Excellence:
Lead operational functions across the organisation, including administration, HR, and IT. Enhance efficiency, optimise processes, and champion innovation and best practices.
Strategic Leadership:
Collaborate with the CEO and senior leadership to execute the organisation's strategic plan. Mentor and guide a high-performing management team to deliver exceptional results.
Financial Oversight:
Partner with the CFO to maintain robust financial controls, budgeting, and reporting processes. Ensure compliance with funding and regulatory requirements.
Risk & Compliance:
Oversee the organisation's quality assurance systems. Proactively manage risks and ensure adherence to legal, regulatory, and policy standards.
Stakeholder Engagement:
Build meaningful relationships with stakeholders, including government agencies, funders, and community members. Represent the organisation at board meetings and strategic forums.
Team and Culture Development:
Cultivate a positive, collaborative workplace culture aligned with the organisation's mission. Foster open communication and teamwork across all departments. What We're Looking For Proven leadership experience in a senior management role. Strong strategic planning and operational management skills. Exceptional ability to lead, mentor, and inspire diverse teams. Solid experience with compliance, risk management, and the not-for-profit sector. Highly developed organisational and problem-solving skills. Excellent written communication skills and the ability to deliver clear, concise reports. Relevant tertiary qualifications (post-graduate qualifications are highly regarded). Why Join? Competitive salary, negotiable based on experience. 11.5% superannuation and salary packaging benefits. Generous leave entitlements, including retention bonuses. Work with a values-driven organisation making a real difference.
Additional Requirements Willingness to obtain a valid criminal history check and Working with Children Check. Availability for occasional remote travel, including overnight stays. Current Australian driver's licence (manual 4WD training can be provided).
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: Apply today to make a real meaningful impact! Please 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.
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