ROLE DESCRIPTION

The Executive Officer position has been created to establish the offices and manage the day to day operations of the Tarlka Matuwa Piarku Aboriginal Corporation (TMPAC).

The Corporation is the Registered Native Title Body Corporate tasked with managing the Native Title rights and interests of the Wiluna and Tarlpa Traditional Owners of the Central Western Desert.

The role provides the opportunity to work directly with the Board of Directors to create strong and sustainable futures for their people and make a significant impact on the Corporation’s development and growth.

Applicants must align with the Traditional Owner core values of care and connection to country, culture and people.

This is a developmental role which has the potential for expansion as the Corporation progresses and matures.

KEY DUTIES

1. BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT AND MANAGEMENT

• Implement the Corporation’s business and strategic plans
• Develop and manage programs, projects and services relevant to corporate objectives
• Establish and administer the Perth metropolitan office and regional office in Wiluna
• Develop organisational systems, policies and procedures
• Prepare reports, submissions and grant applications
• Manage staff performance and development
• Assist in the development of new business activities and enterprises
• Oversee maintenance of the website and social media activities
• Manage budgets as approved by the Board
• Community development - identify community needs

2. BOARD OF DIRECTORS EXECUTIVE SUPPORT

• Work under the direction and collaboratively with the TMPAC Board of Directors in the governance of the Corporation
• Prepare Board papers, arrange Board meetings and maintain meeting records
• Act as liaison between the Board, members and staff
• Carry out Board instructions and give practical effect to the Board’s decisions
• Prepare Board and organisational communications including meeting notices, newsletters and other corporate communication

3. CORPORATE COMPLIANCE

• Ensure reporting compliance under the Corporations (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander) Act (CATSI) and the Office of the Registrar of Indigenous Corporations (ORIC)
• Maintain the members register and member communication
• Provide reports and acquittals for contracts and agreements
• Ensure the maintenance of related standards and codes.

4. STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT

• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders including members, suppliers, community and government organisations, external advisors & consultants, mining companies, businesses and communities
• Build networks and manage strategic partnerships
• Conduct or arrange member and/or community consultations as required

SELECTION CRITERIA

The Executive Officer for TMPAC will have a high level of cultural competency, previous experience in working with Aboriginal people and the following qualifications, skills and knowledge:

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum bachelor degree in relevant field or extensive professional experience

EXPERIENCE

• At least 3 years of experience in working in a similar organisation and role
• Previous experience in working with communities, Aboriginal Corporations and/or community organisations
• Experience in Native Title and compliance highly desirable

SKILLS

• Capability to work with and provide executive support to the Board of Directors
• Submission, report and grant writing skills
• Project and program development, implementation and assessment
• High level information technology capabilities
• Skills in writing and reviewing organisational policies and procedures
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills

An Application Pack is attached.