• Join a well established not-for-profit organisation with a strong community base!
• Attractive salary circa $150,000 PLUS super and additional benefits!
• Additional benefits include relocation assistance (negotiable for the right candidate), $15,000 regional allowance, 3-bedroom unit, use of a company vehicle, salary sacrificing options, generous leave provisions and ongoing professional development!

About Us

We are a medium sized not-for-profit organisation that delivers a suite of support services to the people of the Kimberley region of Western Australia. Through service centres in Broome, Derby, Kununurra, Wyndham, Balgo and Warmun, we provide housing, mental health services, public tenancy, accommodation and emergency relief support to over 3000 people each year.

Centacare Kimberley is committed to providing quality services in a manner that empowers people and enables them to exercise self-determination. 

About the Opportunity

We are now looking for a full-time Deputy CEO based in Broome, WA.

In this role, you will support the CEO by overseeing service delivery, supervising team leaders, and ensuring cultural security across all service areas.

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Acting as CEO when required and representing Centacare Kimberley at stakeholder forums
• Guiding and supporting team leaders in delivering quality client services
• Monitoring and evaluating service efficacy and implementing improvement strategies
• Providing professional supervision and development support to all staff
• Supporting the recruitment and onboarding of skilled, culturally sensitive employees
• Ensuring compliance with all organisational policies and safety regulations
• Conducting risk assessments to promote a safe and supportive work environment
• Developing and maintaining collaborative partnerships with key stakeholders
• Supporting the CEO in tendering for new business opportunities
• Promoting culturally appropriate and secure practices across services
• Reporting regularly on service activity and outcomes to the CEO and Board
• Managing program budgets to align with organisational goals

To find out more about the position, please review the position description. 

About You

To qualify, you will need a tertiary qualification in a Social Services field or extensive experience in the delivery of social support services. A minimum of 5 years’ experience in staff supervision, management, and professional development will also be essential. Additionally, you must have experience working within program guidelines and organisational policies and procedures.

Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:

• Experience in delivering support services for vulnerable and at-risk groups
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed, strength-based, and recovery-focused frameworks
• Knowledge of cultural, social, and economic issues facing Aboriginal people in the Kimberley
• Familiarity with program tendering processes and service outcome evaluation
• Knowledge of Industrial Relations, Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, and Equal Employment Opportunity legislation

As our ideal candidate, you will possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, along with the ability to develop professional relationships. Key qualities for success include a collaborative approach, cultural sensitivity, and a commitment to promoting self-determination among those you serve.

This is a vital leadership role for a compassionate, culturally aware professional dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of the people in the Kimberley region.

Please Note: All applicants must hold (or obtain) a current C Class driver's licence, a Working With Children Check and a formal police criminal history check. Additionally, applicants must be Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, as this is a genuine occupational requirement under section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984.

About the Benefits

You will enjoy an attractive salary circa $150,000 PLUS super and additional benefits. 

The many fantastic working conditions and benefits include:

• Relocation assistance (negotiable for the right candidate);
• $15,000 regional allowance;
• 3-bedroom unit
• Limited use of a company motor vehicle;
• Salary sacrificing options;
• Additional paid leave over the Christmas and New Year holiday period;
• In-service training and professional development (you will receive extensive training before commencing employment, as well as ongoing development opportunities); and
• A family friendly workplace, where the importance of a healthy work-life balance is recognised.

This is an exciting opportunity to gain invaluable senior leadership experience within a not-for-profit environment, work closely with highly experienced staff, and build a strong network within the NFP sector.

If you are ready to take on this rewarding career and truly make a difference in people's lives - Apply Now!