JOB SUMMARY:
This senior position provides management and staff support across Waltja’s operations. The Management Support Worker will act as CEO for the day-to-day management of Waltja when the CEO takes leave. The CEO will support you in this role and you will be required to report directly to the CEO.
Waltja is a stable and respected Aboriginal organisation based in Alice Springs with outreach to remote communities across central Australia. Our programs and projects focus upon supporting the self-determination and well-being of Aboriginal people and the sustainable development of remote communities. See our website for details of Waltja history, members, services and programs.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist the CEO in program management matters including program planning, team supervision, documentation, reporting and acquittals and liaise with the CEO regarding operational and program issues arising in the workplace
- Assist the CEO with recruitment, probation, performance reviews and performance management, and liaise with the CEO regarding staff PD and WHS issues arising in the workplace.
- Assist the CEO to ensure that programs and activities meet Waltja’s community development and community engagement objectives, and in accordance with Waltja’s organisational standards.
- Provide management support to program teams, addressing team building and conflict resolution, staff training, and professional development to meet the KPIs of their duty statements; ensure that Project Managers and Coordinators understand and meet all contractual obligations for Waltja projects.
- Assist with the preparation and acquittal of submissions for external funding in line with Waltja's Strategic Business Plan and identified areas of interest.
- Ensure programs operate within budget allocations, assist with the authorisation of purchase orders and bank payments, in line with Waltja’s financial protocols.
- Assist with Waltja’s good governance by providing administrative support to Executive and Directors Meetings and play an active role to support Directors Meetings and workshops.
- Work within Waltja's organisational values, code of conduct and policies and procedures, especially with regard to maintaining confidentiality and working in a culturally sensitive, community and client driven manner.
SELECTION CRITERIA
Essential:
- Experience in working with Aboriginal people / Aboriginal organisations.
- Preparedness to make a 2-4 year commitment to the role.
- Previous experience and capacity to meet the duties and responsibilities identified above.
- Have qualifications relevant to the position (Community Development, Social Sciences, Education or Business Management)
- Be willing and able to travel to and camp in remote areas of central Australia.
Desirable:
- Experience working in or with central Australian Aboriginal communities/organisations
- A sound understanding of government, non-government and philanthropic sectors and demonstrated success in funding submissions and acquittals.
- Demonstrated capacity for strategic decision-making, and initiative to make appropriate decisions when required.
SALARY PACKAGE
- SCHADS Award Level 7.1 - 8.1 ($50.74 - $55.05/hr) depending on qualifications and experience
- Superannuation at 11.75% for non-smokers, 10% for smokers
- Salary Sacrifice option after completion of probationary period.
- 4 weeks annual leave and leave loading pro-rata
- Stand-down between Christmas and New Year paid at normal rate
- Flexible work hours and time in lieu arrangements
- Travel Allowance of $70 per night for remote travel
- $900 pro rata travel payment annually
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