Organisation : Aboriginal Health and Medical Research Council of NSW
Location : Sydney
Work type : Full-time
Sector : Health – General, Indigenous, Research / Medical Research
Salary type : Annual Package
Application closing date : 4 Jun, 2019
About the organisation
We are looking for a Chief Executive Officer for the Aboriginal Health and Medical Research Council of NSW. The Aboriginal Health & Medical Research Council of New South Wales (AH&MRC ) is the peak representative body and voice of Aboriginal communities on health in NSW. We represent our members, the Aboriginal Community
Controlled Health Services (ACCHS) that deliver culturally appropriate comprehensive primary health care to their communities.
Aboriginal Community Control has its origins in Aboriginal people’s right to self-determination. This is the right to be involved in health service delivery and decision-making according to the protocols or procedures determined by Aboriginal communities based on the Aboriginal definition of health:
Aboriginal health means not just the physical well-being of an individual but the social, emotional and cultural wellbeing of the whole Community in which each individual is able to achieve their full potential as a human being thereby bringing about the total wellbeing of their Community. It is a whole of life view and includes the cyclical concept of life-death-life.
About the role
The CEO will be responsible to the Board of Directors (the ‘Board’) for implementing strategic and operational policy and for the continued growth and viability of the organisation. The primary purpose of the role is to develop and grow the organisation’s services to members and to provide strategies and advice to the Board. In addition, the position is accountable for managing the day-to-day operations of all business units and operating in the best interests of members.
The position also performs the function of Company Secretary to the Board of AH&MRC.
Responsibilities
- AH&MRC governance
- Business operations
- Strategic planning
- Financial management
- Regulatory compliance
- Risk management
- People management
- Reporting
- Company secretary functions
About You
To be successful you will have;
- Tertiary qualifications in Business / Law / Health and/or extensive Executive Management experience
- Comprehensive knowledge of relevant legislation, policies and procedures related to Aboriginal Community and Controlled Health organisations
- Analytical and problem-solving skills in a complex environment
- Ability to lead, motivate and manage a team, demonstrating effective understanding and experience in human resource management, leadership and motivational skills at strategic and operational levels
- Demonstrated high level interpersonal skills in relationship management, establishing and maintaining partnerships and negotiation skills with internal and external stakeholders
- A knowledge of and understanding of Aboriginal (and Torres Strait Islander) societies and cultures and an understanding of the issues, particularly in the health area which are affecting Aboriginal people as well as a demonstrated ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal people.
We Offer
- Generous professional development opportunities
- Salary sacrificing
- Flexible working arrangements
The constitution provides that there is a requirement for the CEO to be an Aboriginal person and to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to AH&MRC objectives, and Aboriginal community.
A competitive remuneration package that reflects the senior nature of this role will be negotiated.
How to apply
Applications not allowed for this job listing.
Please quote in application: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Health_–_General, #Indigenous, #ResearchMedical_Research
