• Job ID: AS796
• Vibrant, strong and independent women’s organisation

The National Council of Jewish Women of Australia, Victoria (NCJWA Vic) is dedicated to advancing the status of Jewish women, as well as those in the broader community, by focussing on empowering and enhancing their lives. This vision is realised through an innovative range of programs, events and advocacy initiatives.

Working with the Board, you will lead the organisation’s operations, development and growth in line with its strategic goals. Your charisma, drive and connections will enable you to identify and capitalise on novel funding streams to support excellence in service delivery.

You are an inspirational, energetic and influential manager with experience in the for-purpose arena who inspires trust and motivates a vast range of stakeholders to help achieve real impact. Your strong, credible and dynamic approach will be the key to success in this busy, hands-on leadership role.

Position Description

About NCJWA Vic

NCJWA Vic is a vibrant, strong and independent women’s organisation dedicated to furthering the status of women in both the Jewish and broader communities. NCJWA Vic focuses specifically on empowering and enriching women’s lives. We do this through a range of innovative activities including programs, advocacy and events.

Purpose of the role

The NCJWA Vic Board is recruiting for an experienced, energetic and effective leader to assume this busy and varied hands-on role that demonstrates respect for the history of NCJWA Vic, its key stakeholders, its reputation and its volunteers.

Reporting to the NCJWA Vic Board Directors and accountable to the Board for the management and operation of NCJWA Vic, the CEO has overall responsibility for a team of around 12 staff, largely part time, including operational and program staff.

It is proposed that the CEO will lead the ongoing development and growth of NCJWA Vic. The CEO will be a strong and credible leader with an innovative and dynamic approach, ideally with experience leading a not-for-profit organisation. A capable manager, the CEO will inspire trust and be capable of steering NCJWA Vic in accordance with the strategic vision of the Board.

The CEO will be accountable for NCJWA Vic’s outcomes in line with the strategic plan. In doing this, the CEO will exhibit integrity in relationships with Board members and both internal and external stakeholders.

The CEO role is generally accountable for:

• Delivery of Board strategic goals;
• Reporting to the Board members on the business and performance indicators;
• Planning and managing NCJWA Vic day-to-day operations including programs, events and fundraising;
• Business development, including grants, marketing and communications;
• Working with the President to provide stewardship of donors:
• Payroll, financial management and reporting under the guidance of the Treasurer;
• Human resources management and processes; and
• Facilities and contract management.

Key Result Areas

Leadership and Strategy

Performance criteria and outcome:

• Lead NCJWA Vic to carry out its vision and purpose
• Develop a high performing collaborative team
• Actively contribute to the development and manage the implementation of the Strategic Plan
• Develop, implement and regularly review the Operational Plan
• Operate as a positive role model for the culture of NCJWA Vic: principled and act with integrity
• Build and maintain a strong, positive profile for the
  organisation within the community

Operational Management

Performance criteria and outcome:

• Direct resources to deliver programs, activities and events consistent with the Strategic Plan
• Ensure standards and quality are met in the delivery of programs, activities and events
• Ensure efficient administration systems and processes are in place and are followed
• Manage a clear communication strategy to maximize the outcomes of events, fundraising and advocacy
• Identify and develop programs and activities that answer unmet needs and address the status and concerns of women both locally and internationally
• Evaluate and assess the value and impact of NCJWA Vic
• Develop partnerships to enhance and extend NCJWA Vic’s reach

Financial Management

Performance criteria and outcome:

• Provide strong and effective financial management
• Actively contribute to the development of the annual Budget
• Manage finances in accordance with the Budget
• Ensure financial goals of NCJWA Vic are achieved

Governance

Performance criteria and outcome:

• Timely and regular reporting to the Board, including the preparation of Board and subcommittee papers as required
• Perform the secretariat function for the Board
• Ensure a regular and transparent flow of information to all Board members
• Ensure compliance and accountability with all legislation and regulation as it pertains to NCJWA Vic

Fundraising and Donor Stewardship

Performance criteria and outcome:

• Actively contribute to the development of the fund-raising plan and donor stewardship
• Actively participate in donor engagement
• Develop and implement a grants strategy to ensure that the development targets are met
• Create and manage fund raising campaigns
• Explore new funding avenues such as sponsorship and bequests
• Manage engagement strategies for members and supporters, while implementing the Strategic plan

Human Resource Management

Performance criteria and outcome:

• Drive implementation monitoring and review of staffing policies, practices and performance management
• Maintain appropriate structure for NCJWA Vic with clear delegations and accountabilities including the development of appropriate workforce planning
• Provide significant direction and support for all staff
• Develop and implement enhanced volunteer recruitment, management recognition and engagement strategies
• Ensure that all staff and volunteers understand and respect the vision and values of NCJWA Vic

Reputation

Performance criteria and outcome:

• Develop and maintain a strong positive brand reputation and NCJWA Vic profile
• Ensure there is a clear communication strategy which maximizes opportunities for advocacy, fundraising and builds NCJWA Vic’s brand reputation

Key Competencies

Competency - Knowledge, Skills and Capabilities

Definition:

• Demonstrable leadership skills
• High level of interpersonal skills and stakeholder management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong knowledge of community organisations
• Proven success in leading, developing and delivering Programs
• Experience in managing volunteers,
• Experience in fundraising including grants, major donors and annual giving
• Ability to work positively with all stakeholders,
• The successful leadership of an organisation in the not-for-profit sector with a reporting line to a volunteer Board highly desirable

Competency - Team Leadership

Definition:

• Ability to lead and motivate staff.
• Ability to work positively and constructively with the Board
• An outgoing personality and open communication style that instils confidence