• Base Salary: $148,317 - $155,961 (p.a.)
• Total Effective Package: $179,023 - $187,663 (p.a.)*
• Full time, Continuous contract
• Alice Springs based role

Working with Central Australian Aboriginal Congress not only offers rewarding career options, but a wide range of employee benefits including;

• Competitive salaries
• Six (6) weeks' annual leave
• Generous salary packaging
• A strong commitment to Professional Development
• Access to the Congress health services for you and your family at no cost
• Relocation assistance (where applicable)

About the role

Looking for a desert change? Central Australian Aboriginal Congress are looking for a Chief Workforce Officer, based in Alice Springs. Come join us in the beautiful Northern Territory & explore all that we have to offer!

The Chief Workforce Officer is a Senior Management position that plays a key organisational role to ensure that Congress has a trained and dedicated workforce to service the needs of its community. This position reports to the General Manager HR and leads and be responsible for the day-to-day operational responsibilities of the Congress Employee Relations (ER) and Recruitment teams.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for an individual with experience leading an HR team who is looking to advance their career towards senior or executive management. The ideal candidate will have university qualifications in a relevant field and strong knowledge of industrial relations and contemporary management practices.

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence, build rapport and manage conflict is crucial in this position, as well as an ethical approach to HR practice. Strategic thinking with a positive attitude to problem solving is a must.

Why Central Australian Aboriginal Congress?

Congress has expanded to become the largest Aboriginal community-controlled health organisation in the Northern Territory with around 500 staff (and growing). It is one of the most experienced Aboriginal primary health care services in the country. Congress provides a comprehensive, holistic and culturally-appropriate primary health care service to Aboriginal people living in and nearby Alice Springs, including five remote communities. It is a strong political advocate of closing the gap on Aboriginal health disadvantage and is a national leader in improving health outcomes for all Aboriginal people.

For more information on the position please contact the General Manager Human Resources, Brett Capes on 0419 940 684.

A position description is attached.

Applications will close when a suitable applicant is found.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are strongly encouraged to apply.

*Total effective package includes: base salary, district allowance, superannuation, leave loading, and estimated tax saving from salary packaging options.