Chief Executive Officer
Job No:
111443
Location:
Darwin
- Executive leadership opportunity encompassing financial, compliance, human resources, advocacy and operations management
- Well respected community-based NFP supporting vulnerable and disadvantaged individuals and communities in the NT
- Negotiable remuneration package + relocation assistance, salary sacrificing options and 5 weeks annual leave
About Relationships Australia
Relationships Australia Northern Territory is a community-based, not-for-profit, non-government organisation with a team of 70 spread across four locations in the Northern Territory. The organisation has a strong focus on working effectively with vulnerable and disadvantaged individuals and communities.
Core services such as counselling and family dispute resolution (as well as associated early intervention and post-separation services) are funded by the Northern Territory and Commonwealth Governments. The organisation employs experienced and qualified professional staff to provide counselling to individuals, couples and families to enhance, maintain or where necessary, manage changes in their relationships.
To learn more about Relationships Australia, please visit their website here.
About the Opportunity
Relationships Australia is excited to offer the position of Chief Executive Officer to the market. Based in Darwin, this is a full-time, fixed-term contract position initially being offered for 3 years, with extension likely for the right person.
Responsible to the Board of Directors and leading a highly skilled Senior Executive team, the Chief Executive Officer is responsible for all aspects of Relationships Australia Northern Territory operations, compliance, financial sustainability, human resources and management, with a strong focus on advocacy in the community services sector, and within the national Federation of Relationships Australia organisations across the States and Territories.
This role requires an exceptional leader to manage the organisation within the political, social, economic, and environmental context in which the organisation operates. You will ensure Relationships Australia Northern Territory maintains its position as a respected leader in the delivery of community services to individuals, couples, families and communities across the Northern Territory.
Key accountabilities will include (but not be limited to):
- Identifying and managing operational and corporate risks for the organisation and, where those risks could have a material impact on the organisation, formulating strategies for managing and mitigating those risks for consideration and endorsement by the Board;
- Keeping the organisation’s vision and values at the forefront of strategic decision making and action planning, and foster a success orientated and positive culture of continuous improvement;
- Identifying and executing opportunities for new revenue streams including but not limited to, new grant opportunities, new enterprises or collaborations to ensure continued financial sustainability;
- Providing effective management in all areas of activity of RANT, including budgeting and financial management, outcomes desired by funding agencies, any collaborative ventures, service delivery initiatives, clinical governance responsibilities, commercial or social enterprises in which the organisation is engaged; and
- Developing and strengthening effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to achieve the goals of Relationships Australia Northern Territory, advance the interests of the organisation, and assisting in the wider provision of the services, especially in collaboration with Aboriginal Organisations.
This position requires regular travel throughout the NT and to the Relationships Australia head office in Canberra. To view the full position description, please click here.
About You
To be considered for this position, you will hold post-graduate qualifications in Management, Social Science or related field/s and have extensive senior experience leading and managing a substantial enterprise (ie $5million + in revenue), ideally in the not-for-profit/social services sector.
As you will play a pivotal role in setting the strategic direction for the organisation, this position demands an innovative approach that is underpinned by a strong commercial acumen, innovative thinking and an in-depth knowledge and experience in budgeting and financial management controls that will ensure effective outcomes and risk management strategies.
Importantly, Relationships Australia is looking for someone with exceptional interpersonal skills who can not only liaise effectively with key external stakeholders, but also engage, develop and lead a team of professionals in a way that fosters a positive culture across the organisation.
Please note: Appointment to this position will be subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and possession of the Northern Territory Working with Children (Ochre) Card. You will also require a current, open Driver's License.
About the Benefits
Relationships Australia Norther Territory is part of one of Australia’s largest community-based organisations. With a commitment to protecting children and young people from harm, this is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Executive to lead the organisation into it's next exciting chapter of growth.
An attractive remuneration package starting from $143,000 (including super) is on offer for this position, negotiable with the skills and experience you are bringing to the role. You will also have access to a range of additional benefits, including:
- Relocation assistance, should you be moving to the region;
- Salary sacrificing options up to $15,900;
- Personal development allowance, up to $3,000 annually;
- 5 weeks annual leave.
Additionally, the successful candidate may be eligible for relocation & retention incentives, provided by the Northern Territory Government, depending on eligibility.
For further information, please click here.
Opportunities like this don't come around often. If you think you have what it takes to lead Relationships Australia Northern Territory into the next stage of it's growth then don't wait - Apply Now.