Join Torres Strait Island Regional Council (TSIRC) and make a difference!

What we offer:

• Identified Position. This is an identified role. This position is open to Torres Strait Islander or Aboriginal persons.
• Based in the Torres Strait region
• Temporary full time, fixed term until September 2025
• Six weeks annual leave.
• Additional Public Holidays.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Uniforms.

About Torres Strait Island Regional Council

More than just a Council, TSIRC plays a vital role in supporting the Torres Strait communities through essential services and infrastructure. We are committed to respecting Ailan Kastom, celebrating cultural diversity, and helping communities prosper.

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic leader to join our management team as Head of Community Services. This pivotal role is responsible for overseeing the development, delivery and financial management of community services across the Torres Strait Island Regional Council area.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement operational and financial plans for community services.
• Lead and manage the delivery of key social services, including:
  • ​Environmental Health
  • Housing and Tenancy
  • Health and Wellbeing
  • Divisional Administration
  • Indigenous Knowledge Centres
  • Aged Care Support
  • Child Care services
• Lead and advocate for appropriate service responses and infrastructure to ensure high quality services.
• Provide strategic advice to the Executive Director Community Services.
• Ensure alignment with key objectives and strategic priorities.

This role requires regular travel across the Torres Strait Islands and to Cairns, offering you the chance to experience the beauty and unique culture of the region.

What We're Looking For

We need someone who shares our values of One, Respect, Accountability, Courage, and Resilience.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in Business Administration, Social Policy or Community Development, or other relevant discipline, or demonstrated extensive experience in successfully fulfilling the responsibilities and functions of a similar position in the public or private sector.
• The ability to influence stakeholders and work closely with them to determine acceptable solutions.
• Local Government management experience in a similar position.
• Knowledge of and experience in corporate governance and risk management, including budget preparation and financial control, occupational health and safety and information management.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, manage, monitor, and review programs, and an ability to manage multiple programs simultaneously.
• Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• A track record of following through on commitments.
• Excellent planning, organisational, and time management skills.
• Experience leading and developing top performing teams.
• A history of leading and supporting successful projects.
• Knowledge of Torres Strait languages (Meriam Mer, Kala Lagaw Ya, or Creole) is required.

Other Requirements

• The preferred applicant may need a National Police Certificate.
• Immunisations may be required for certain travel-related health risks.
• Eligible for and successful with obtaining a Blue Card Working with Children.

This is an identified position. It is a genuine occupational requirement that an identified position is filled by an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person as permitted by and arguable under Section 25, 104 and 105 of the Queensland Anti-Discrimination Act (1991).

Applying:

To review the PD and apply go to website, via the Apply Now link, and follow the prompts as directed.

Ref code: 6734174.

Candidates will need to download the Position Description and submit a cover letter and an updated resume addressing the Capabilities, Skills and Experience in the Position Description most relevant to the position.

Applicants who do not address these requirements will not be considered for shortlisting.

Not Sure?

If you meet some but not all of the selection criteria we encourage you to make contact and still put in your application.

For any enquiries please contact Dawson Sailor on 0439 490 657.

TSIRC is an equal opportunity employer, celebrating diversity and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.