CEO (Indigenous)
Job No:
19902
Location:
Broome, WA
About the Organisation
Kimberley Aboriginal Medical Services Council (KAMSC) is a well-established regional Aboriginal community controlled health service, founded in 1986, which provides centralised advocacy and resource support for 5 independent member services, as well as providing direct clinical services in a further 5 remote Aboriginal communities across the region.
KAMSC has successfully delivered high-quality, accessible comprehensive primary health care services over its 22 years of operation and has provided innovation and national leadership in areas such as health information management and evidence based best practice in primary health care.
About the Kimberley Region
The Kimberley region is located in the northern part of Western Australia and covers about 421,000 square kilometres.
The Kimberley has only three towns with a population of more than 2,000 (Broome, Derby and Kununurra), and the total population is around 37,000. In addition to the sealed Route 1 which runs along the southern part of the area, the unsealed Gibb River Road runs through the heart of the region from Derby to the highway near Kununurra.
Industries in the region have included pearling (a big industry in Broome for many years until the 1940s), mining (including the Argyle Diamond mine, which began operation in 1983 and is still producing about 1/3 of the world's diamonds), agriculture (centred on the Ord River Irrigation Area near Lake Argyle) and tourism. The geology of the area is varied and fascinating, as well as producing some spectacular scenery.
The Kutjungka region of the Kimberley has a population of approximately 1,000, encompassing the remote Aboriginal communities of Balgo, Billiluna and Mulan, as well as the magnificent Lake Gregory.
About the Opportunity
The Kimberley Aboriginal Medical Services Council (KAMSC) has a unique opportunity for a full time Chief Executive Officer to lead its professional, multi-disciplinary team based in Broome, WA.
The CEO will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the organisation, including maintaining both the operational and strategic direction. The successful applicant will work cooperatively with the KAMSC Board and the CEOs of the Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services as well as provide strong leadership to staff.
More specifically your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
- Remaining up to date with all aspects of Indigenous affairs, particularly healthcare matters;
- Providing leadership, motivation and direction to all staff; and
- Undertaking strategic planning and policy development;
To apply for this pivotal senior role, you must identify as Aboriginal as per Section 50 (d) of the Western Australian Equal Opportunity Act (1984).
To succeed in this position, the incumbent will have a senior management background in organisational and community development, including experience in the management of a multi-faceted organisation. You will have experience in strategic planning and implementation, and an understanding and respect for Aboriginal governance.
Applicants will need a solid understanding of the political, social and economic factors that affect Aboriginal communities.
KAMSC needs a patient, reliable and self-motivated person with outstanding communication skills, allowing them to liaise at all levels amongst a wide range of NGO, government and corporate stakeholders.
Importantly, you will be open to undertaking extended hours of work on an as-needed basis, and willing to travel intrastate and interstate for short periods when required. A current driver's licence is required, and all applicants must be willing to undertake a criminal history check prior to commencing employment.
If you are looking for a change of routine, a change of lifestyle or new adventure, this is the role for you. You will see and experience more of Australia's real outback than most people ever will - and get paid to do it!
KAMSC is an organisation that truly values its team, and is committed to improving employee knowledge, skills and experience. In addition, staff development programs are not only encouraged, but are often paid for by KAMSC!
While you will face diverse new challenges in this role, you will also enjoy generous leave conditions, with 6 weeks leave per year, in a supportive work environment. This is a highly attractive opportunity for someone with a desire to make a difference in Aboriginal health!
You will be rewarded with a highly attractive base salary of $140,000 - $180,000 (commensurate with experience and qualifications) plus a further host of benefits, including:
- District allowance;
- Taxable airfare to the value of $1,285;
- Subsidised housing; and
- Generous leave provisions.
This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills, advance your career and enhance your cultural knowledge in a stunning outback location. Make a positive difference - Apply Now!
