General Manager
Job No:
145087
Location:
Kalkaringi, NT
- Join a hardworking and committed team in beautiful Kalkaringi, NT!
- Exciting opportunity to oversee and manage operations for a passionate local organisation!
- Attractive salary circa $150,000 PLUS great benefits including relocation assistance and flights to and from community!
About Us
The Gurindji Aboriginal Corporation launched in 2013. We are a 100% community-owned, not-for-profit enterprise focused on improving the social and economic wellbeing of all community members.
We advocate and work to improve the social and economic wellbeing of our community through enterprise, improved housing and facilities, local employment and preserving Gurindji culture and heritage.
To learn more about the work we do, check out some of our projects here.
About the Opportunity
Gurindji Aboriginal Corporation now has an exciting opportunity for a full-time General Manager to join their team in Kalkaringi, NT.
As General Manager, you will work closely with the Board of Directors to continue growing the Corporation into a thriving community development enterprise and effectively manage general operations. The role will be diverse, challenging and rewarding as you work closely with the Board of Directors to achieve our community goals.
Core duties:
- Community services: develop enterprise opportunities for the local community and coordinate ongoing community engagement.
- Business planning and execution: develop a Corporation Business Plan (assisted by Ambrose Solutions) and identify funding opportunities
- Board liaison: provide effective and timely reports to Board
- Compliance: manage legislative requirements and ORIC Governance requirements (assisted by ClarityNT)
You will be well supported in your role, both with our fantastic team and with the legal, business, and compliance partners that we work with to ensure operations are always above-board.
You will also have the opportunity for periodic travel to surrounding communities, seeing breathtaking parts of Australia that many never get to see.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have strong project management, business development, and general management skills. You will also have experience working in remote communities and with indigenous organisations. Previous experience in Government or other key Northern Territory agencies, though not essential, will help you hit the ground running in your new role.
You will be an effective leader with strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work with senior managers, peers and staff. You will also be a skilled negotiator with a disciplined and robust approach to management, offering stability and leadership in challenging circumstances.
The ability to manage priorities on a day-to-day basis is essential. This role is diverse and demanding, combining solid managerial and operational experience and expertise with rational decision-making. You will need to demonstrate current knowledge in Occupational Health and Safety principles.
You will have strong problem-solving skills and the ability to provide outcomes that resolve immediate demands while also promoting strategies for more optimal long-term solutions for the community. We are looking for someone excited to commit to our organisation long-term and see larger projects all the way through.
Please note: you will be required to undergo a Police Check before commencing in this role. You will also need to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
About the Benefits
In return for your hard work, receive a salary circa $150,000 plus 10% super, in line with the skills and experience you bring to the table. You will have the opportunity to lead operations that have a deep impact on our community through these major projects. You will have a massive impact and leave your mark. You will also have access to the following benefits:
- Relocation assistance payable after three months
- 6 weeks annual leave
- Regular flights out of the community
- LandCruiser troop carrier for business and limited personal use
- Three-bedroom Home and electricity provided
We also welcome any family members, children, and pets into our community. Many of our current team members have children who do distance education within the community, and you would be well supported as a family.
Join a passionate local organisation and make a real difference in the lives of community members - Apply Now!