About Karla Kuliny

Karla Kuliny Aboriginal Corporation is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation committed to fostering positive change in support and service delivery for Aboriginal children, young people, families, and communities. Karla Kuliny embodies a culturally robust, child-centered, and trauma-informed approach to addressing the multifaceted challenges faced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, youth, and families. Our focus areas encompass child protection, out-of-home care, and youth justice.

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Business Operations Manager to join our Executive Team at Karla Kuliny. This key leadership role is responsible for driving operational excellence across the organisation, including Human Resources, Financial Management, Corporate Governance, Marketing and Communications, and Continuous Improvement.

The Business Operations Manager plays a critical role in supporting our strategic objectives and operational needs, working collaboratively with the CEO, Program Manager, and Team Leader Community Foster Care and Home Stretch. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and contribute to initiatives that strengthen our programs and help us achieve our vision and purpose.

This role is ideal for an operational leader with strong organisational skills, strategic acumen, and a commitment to fostering positive outcomes in the community sector

Key Selection Criteria/About You:

For this role, you should possess:

Essential

• Proficient in Financial, Human Resources and Infrastructure systems
• Experience working with diverse Aboriginal groups and communities and a knowledge and practical application of Aboriginal Culture, Protocols and Terms of Reference
• High level of conceptual, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective interpersonal and organisational skills
• Demonstrated ability to implement practices that address and support organisational change
• Experience in preparing reports, submissions to evaluate service delivery
• Demonstrated record of the ability to source funds and other forms of support from a range of sources (including philanthropic, government and corporate)

Desirable

• Previous experience in senior management in an Aboriginal Organisation
• Relevant tertiary qualifications or a related discipline in Business Administration, Human Resource Management or equivalent
• Aboriginality
• Sound computer skills, experience working with MS Office programs and data management systems

Remuneration and Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on your experience and qualifications.
• Tailored salary packaging for financial flexibility.
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program for personal wellbeing.
• A comprehensive wellbeing program.
• Individual and group supervision for guidance and support.
• Access to an extensive resources library to enhance your impact.

To Apply:

To apply, please upload a copy of your Resume and Cover Letter addressing the About You/Key Selection Criteria listed in the advertisement above.

For more information, or to request a copy of the position description, please email Human Resources at [email protected], using the subject line: Business Operations Manager enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Karla Kuliny is committed to safeguarding children and young people. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.

Karla Kuliny is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disabilities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community. All are strongly encouraged to apply.