• This role is identified and is available for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants only.

About the organisation

Lowitja Institute is Australia’s only national Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community-controlled health research institute, named in honour of its patron, the late Dr Lowitja O’Donoghue AC CBE DSG. It is working for the health and wellbeing of Australia's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples by facilitating high-impact quality research and knowledge exchange, and by supporting a new generation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health researchers. Established in January 2010, Lowitja Institute operates on key principles of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leadership, a broader understanding of health that incorporates wellbeing, and the need for the work to have a clear and positive impact.

About the role

The Deputy CEO will work closely with the CEO in executing the Strategic Plan and Business Plan for the Institute. The Deputy CEO will oversee and support implementation of the Organisational Development Plan, so the organisation’s staff and systems are well equipped to deliver on the priorities of the organisation.

The Deputy CEO will support all staff to build collegiality and a sense of belongingness within and across organisational teams and foster a flourishing workplace culture that promotes the values of the Lowitja Institute.

For a full list of responsibilities for the above roles, please contact Pipeline Talent via [email protected] using the subject line: Deputy Chief Executive Officer enquiry via EthicalJobs.

About you

You are driven to improve the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. You will be an experienced senior executive in the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community who can provide strong leadership. You will have a strong track record in overseeing and supporting the implementation of organisational development plans, ensuring staff and systems are optimally aligned to achieve organisational priorities.

Key Selection Criteria

• An excellent understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health, wellbeing and culture with the ability to communicate effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver successful business development outcomes to drive organisational change.
• Experience working in Executive teams and with Boards, including proven capability to implement Strategic and Business Plans in a timely and effective manner.
• Experience working in Executive positions in complex, multi-stakeholder environments and across a range of levels, sectors and settings.
• Excellent knowledge of governance, financial and risk management.
• Demonstrated understanding of cultural safety in an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander context and the ability to foster a culturally safe environment.

Key Requirements

• Working with Vulnerable Peoples Check
• Tertiary qualifications and experience in a relevant discipline.
• Ability to undertake interstate travel, and international travel where required, and to work out of hours.

What we can offer you

• Flexible working options available
• Salary Sacrifice
• Health related allowances
• Professional development
• Extra leave provided during Christmas and new year’s shutdown

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 six (6) 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 'Apply Now' by the closing date. 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.

Nikieta Riley

Senior Recruitment Consultant

[email protected] | [email protected] using the subject line: Deputy Chief Executive Officer - Lowitja Institute enquiry via EthicalJobs.

M 0417 290 711 | PH 02 8001 6603