School Principal
Job No:
101072
Location:
Yulara
- Bring your leadership experience and passion for Aboriginal education to this rewarding executive role!
- Join an organisation dedicated to strengthening Aṉangu communities through education, enterprise and employment opportunities!
- Highly attractive remuneration package circa $221,910 - $233,253 including base salary + 13.5% super + remote allowance!
About the Opportunity
Nyangatjatjara Aboriginal Corporation (NAC) currently has a rewarding, full-time opportunity for a School Principal based at their Yulara campus, with some travel to Imanpa and Docker River.
This pivotal leadership role combines both Principal and CEO duties, seeing you responsible for providing support to the Board of Directors and coordinating the operations of Nyangatjatjara Aboriginal Corporation, while also assuming a leadership role in the operations of Nyangatjatjara College.
More specifically, your key duties will include (but will not be limited to):
- Taking responsibility for the planning and implementation of educational programs at Primary and Secondary levels across the three community campuses;
- Planning and implementing operational procedures, supervising staff, overseeing budgeting, and ensuring the continuing development of the College as a quality learning institution;
- Contributing to and implementing strategic leadership of Nyangatjatjara College and the Corporation (NAC);
- Overseeing infrastructure development and financial management of the College and the Corporation;
- Working alongside the Board of Directors to develop and implement policies and procedures, administering the NAC within the guidelines of ORIC (Office of the Registrar of Indigenous Corporations) and the relevant Acts;
- Facilitating Board meetings, including preparing agenda papers, recording and distributing minutes, arranging Director attendance, maintaining relevant records of the corporation and coordinating AGMs;
- Strong engagement with community members, stakeholder and community organisations, including Government representatives and non-Government organisations; and
- Working collaboratively with funding bodies and consultants to initiate strategies and projects to develop the governance capacity of NAC.
About You
Nyangatjatjara Aboriginal Corporation (NAC) is seeking tertiary qualified candidates with experience in Educational leadership position and ideally a background working with Aboriginal students in remote areas. You will be an inspirational, engaging leader, with a true passion for strengthening Aboriginal communities through education and local community decision making. An understanding of culturally responsive practice, Aboriginal Education, and trauma informed practice is required.
This role will suit a passionate education professional who demonstrates warmth, patience, intercultural capability and generosity, and who is ready and willing to pitch in and drive the team at NAC. Flexibility and adaptability will be key to your success in this role, as you'll be working within a frequently changing environment.
Due to the nature of the role, it is essential you be willing to participate in a whole of community engagement approach. You'll need to be active and present in the community and available for interaction with all stakeholders, including parents and Elders, and demonstrate ethical listening which leads to positive action. The ability to engage with the Commonwealth Government, Local Government, Aboriginal corporations and various other service providers will also be necessary.
Importantly, you'll bring an academic improvement approach to this position and will be committed to continuous learning. You'll be the type of leader who sees the 'big picture' in terms of strategic business direction, and who is able to communicate and enact a shared educational/organisation vision across three distinct and unique communities.
Please Note: To be considered, you must be willing to undergo a National Police Check, an NT Working with Children Card, and be registered/or able to obtain registration as a teacher in the Northern Territory prior to commencing employment. A current 'C' class driver’s licence is required, while a Light Rigid License will be highly regarded.
About the Benefits
This is an incredible opportunity to become involved with a dynamic workplace and experience living and working across a diverse group of remote communities - something most people never get to do!
The position comes with an attractive remuneration package circa $221,910 - $233,253 including base salary, 13.5% super and remote allowance! Other benefits include:
- Annual airfares to Alice Springs and travel assistance;
- Fully maintained vehicle available for private use;
- Fully furnished accommodation (3 bedroom house) with utilities;
- Paid study leave and contributions to further study;
- 6 weeks' annual leave; and
- Salary sacrificing up to $15,899.
If you're looking for a rewarding and challenging executive position in which you can make a difference - Apply Now!
About the Organisation and Region
Nyangatjatjara Aboriginal Corporation (NAC)
NAC was established in 1993 with the goal of addressing the employment, educational and economic development needs of three closely related Aboriginal communities in the south-western area of the Northern Territory: Imanpa, Mutitjulu and Kaltukatjara (Docker River).
Today, NAC’s primary focus is education provision for Anangu in the southern region of the Northern Territory. NAC is the owner of an enterprise arm that largely operates independently.
Nyangatjatjara College (NC)
Nyangatjatjara College (NC) opened its doors for the first time on July 21st 1997. In the first five years of its life, the college grew from one building to multiple temporary buildings at four campuses based in the communities it serves.
NC provides secondary education across three remote communities, and primary education in one (Docker River). All of their students are Aṉangu and all speak Pitjantjatjara or Yankunytjatjara as their first language. They are the only secondary education provider in the Northern Territory south of Alice Springs.
About the Region
This region is world renowned, with stunning landscapes steeped in rich Aboriginal culture and history. Central to the region and its economy is Uluru and Kata Tjuta, including the broader National Park, considered one of the world's true natural wonders. The three communities are spread across some 450kms, each with their own distinct histories. This region is central to the broader region often referred to as the tristate area of central Australia.