General Manager (Indigenous Identified)
Job No:
108399
Location:
Alice Springs
- Opportunity for a leadership driven individual who is passionate about the future of the organisation and the national industry
- Attractive remuneration package circa $120,000 - $135,000 including super, relocation assistance, phone and laptop
- Additional benefits on offer including salary packaging and 5 weeks annual leave
About First Nations Media
Founded in 2001, First Nations Media Australia (FNMA) is a national peak body representing and supporting the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander broadcasting, media and communications industry. FNMA provides a range of functions- advocacy and representation; policy development and research; member services and support; industry development events, projects and resources; communications and networking.
FNMA's members provide locally relevant information services that support health and wellbeing, provide meaningful employment and skills, strengthen cultural identity and support social and economic development. By embracing all communication mediums and platforms in an industry that continues to diversify they are able to continue to connect and share knowledge with the communities.
Working in different ways and locations across Australia, FNMA understands the importance of creating a positive environment to ensure everyone can work together to create innovative solutions for the challenges and disruption faced by the First Nations media industry.
About the Opportunity
First Nations Media Australia (FNMA) is looking for an energetic and inspiring General Manager (Indigenous Identified) to join their company in Alice Springs, NT on a full-time basis.
Reporting to the board, the General Manager will focus on the execution and development of FNMA's strategic plan and the overall strategic and operational responsibility for staff, stakeholder engagement, member services, industry events and projects, policy and advocacy.
Some of your responsibilities may include (but will not be limited to):
- Providing regular written and verbal reports to the Board;
- Updating policies and procedures and ensuring these are up to date and accurate;
- Working with the Board, membership and staff on strategies for development and growth of the First Nations media industry;
- Developing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders including government agencies, industry partners, member organisations and practitioners;
- Participating in broader policy development and representation of FNMA's interests and goals; and
- Overseeing and guiding the delivery of all FNMA projects within budgets, timeframes and KPIs;
- Advocating for new opportunities and projects that increase sustainability, impact, income and capacity of media and communications for members.
To view the full Position Description, click here.
About You
To be successful, you will have experience managing an organisation (preferably not-for-profit or peak body) at a senior management level. You must have a strong understanding of corporate governance and operations experience in reporting to and working with a Board of Directors.
Due to the financial aspect of this position, you will need to have a good understanding of financial management and have experience in preparing business plans, funding submissions and budgets across multiple projects.
You will need exceptional communication skills with the ability to build solid relationships with members, stakeholders and policy/funding agencies.
While not essential, experience in the broadcasting or media industry would be a distinct advantage as would knowledge or experience working with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities and an understanding of the issues they face in contemporary Australia.
Please note: You must be willing to undergo a police clearance check, hold a current drivers licence and have 4WD experience.
Aboriginality is essential to this position and is a genuine occupational requirement and racial discrimination is prohibited as outlined under Section 8 (1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975.
To view the full list of Selection Criteria, click here.
About the Benefits
For your hard work and dedication, you will receive an attractive remuneration package circa $120,000 - $135,000 (commensurate with skills and experience) including super and additional benefits.
These benefits include:
- Relocation assistance
- Salary packaging opportunities (up to $15,899 per annum)
- 5 weeks of annual leave
- Laptop and phone
- Social dinners and gatherings
Life in Alice Springs
Surrounded by red dirt and hauntingly beautiful mountain ranges you'll find Alice Springs - known to locals as simply "Alice" - the beating heart of Australia's Red Centre and city of arts and events. Alice township is nestled against the majestic and ancient MacDonnell Ranges – known to the Arrernte as Tjoritja (pronounced choor-it-ja) – stretching 644km, with the southern gateway aptly named ‘The Gap’ dividing east and west.
Though globally renowned as a romantic, dusty, outback community with a few rustic buildings and kangaroos hopping down the main street, Alice today is a typically modern and industrious Australian town, alive with cosmopolitan character, a thriving arts community, and offers newcomers and visitors a wealth of opportunities for indulging the senses.
Whether your passion is exploring Aboriginal culture, the arts, team sports, fitness, photography, camping, hiking, mountain biking, motorsports, desert-racing, native flora or wildlife, Alice will charm its way into your soul.
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