• Exciting Management Role with Great Benefits.

The CEO performs statutory functions in accordance with the provisions of the NSW Aboriginal Land Rights Act 1983 (ALRA), being responsible for reporting to the board and managing the day to day operation and administration of the Red Chief Aboriginal Land Council (RCLALC) in line with the RCLALC Community Land and Business Plan and apply best practice principals to the functions of RCLALC. The CEO develop strong respectful relationships with new and existing partners to ensure the continuation of current RCLALC programs and identify and deliver new program opportunities.

Governance training on the NSW Aboriginal Land Rights act will be provided if necessary.

SELECTION CRITERIA

Essential

• Have an understanding of the ALRA and to be able to demonstrate the ability to manage the legislative and reporting requirements of a Local Aboriginal Land Council under the ALRA;
• Experience working in a senior management position in a complex not for profit environment with a board of management;
• Ability to lead, manage and develop staff;
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritise tasks and meet deadlines;
• Organisational and management experience to effectively lead, direct and manage the RCLALC including the ability to prepare and facilitate management meetings;
• Knowledge and appreciation of the cultural, social and economic needs of Aboriginal Peoples;
• Knowledge and understanding of the social, economic and cultural issues that affect Aboriginal communities, in NSW; the successful candidate will also have a thorough understanding Equal Employment Opportunity and Work Health and Safety requirements and a current NSW Working with Children Check.
• Current NSW Drivers License.

Desirable

• Willingness to undertake further training when required;
• Social Housing management experience and Knowledge

Aboriginal people are strongly encouraged to apply.

For further information or to obtain a copy of the position description, please email your request to [email protected], using the subject line: Chief Executive Officer - Gunnedah enquiry via EthicalJobs.

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