• Full Time
• $200,000 - $210,000 + super
• Echuca, VIC
• This role is only open to candidates who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.

About the organisation

Njernda Aboriginal Corporation is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation whose purpose is to deliver community controlled, holistic services and programs which improve the physical, emotional, cultural and spiritual wellbeing of the Aboriginal Community of Echuca and surrounding areas.

Njernda Aboriginal Corporation operates under the values of:

• Cultural Sensitivity - welcoming and serving our community with understanding and respect.
• Respect – establishing relationships based on respect and trust.
• Advocacy – working to transform the disadvantaged and challenge the causes that impact our community.
• Resilience – encouraging cultural and spiritual growth to enable personal growth
• Accountability – taking ownership and initiative of Njernda values to ensure trusted collaborations are formed.

About the role

Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, the CEO will provide strategic leadership and operational management across all facets of the organisation. The key responsibilities include fostering collaboration with service managers to develop, enhance, and deliver culturally informed programs and services that meet community needs. The CEO will also play a pivotal role in supporting the Board to fulfil its statutory and governance obligations, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and best practices.

As the public representative and advocate for Njernda, the CEO will embody the organisation's values, engaging with government agencies and funding bodies to build partnerships, secure resources, and sustain the organisation’s mission to empower the community. This role requires a leader committed to cultural integrity, innovation, and driving meaningful outcomes for mob.

For a full list of responsibilities, please contact Pipeline talent at [email protected] using the subject line: Chief Executive Officer (Identified) - Njernda Aboriginal Corporation - Echuca enquiry via EthicalJobs.

About you

You will personally demonstrate, through consistent behaviour and understanding, respect for, and compliance with culturally appropriate ways of working with Aboriginal people and their communities. You will be an experienced leader with strong corporate capabilities and high-level communication skills. You will have a strong skillset in governance and have experience working closely with Boards. You will be passionate about making a difference in the life of Aboriginal communities through the delivery of quality and equitable services to Njernda’s members. Ideally, you will have experience in the social services sector and an understanding of Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations and business development as it relates to community.

To be successful in this role, you will be a transparent and empathetic leader who understands the vital importance of cultural safety in an organisation and a community. You will also understand the dynamics of working within a small community and how to bring the organisation and community on the journey together.

Key Selection Criteria

• Extensive senior leadership experience and the ability to lead and develop a team, preferably in an Aboriginal community controlled organisation.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of health issues impacting upon the health status of Aboriginal communities.
• Demonstrated knowledge of strategic planning and achievement of strategic objectives.
• Proven experience in ensuring an effective management system, a policy, procedure and risk framework and a viable financial system for an organisation.
• Excellent communication skills to work effectively and positively with a wide variety of external stakeholders, community members and internal staff.

What we can offer you

• Attractive Salary Package.
• Access to a work vehicle.
• Furnished house in Echuca if required.
• Opportunity to make a difference in a small community and lead the way towards self-determination for Njernda’s members.

How to apply

All applications must be made in writing and include the following:

• Up to date CV
• Cover letter (maximum 3 pages) addressing the four (5) selection criteria above, outlining why you have applied for the position and how you meet the requirements of the position.

Applications are to be submitted via the Pipeline Talent website by clicking the "Apply Now" button.

Unfortunately, late submissions will not be accepted.

How to get more information

For further information on the position, please contact the team at Pipeline Talent:

Tiana Callaughan

Director, Recruitment

[email protected]  / [email protected]

M 0476 538 307 / PH 02 8001 6603