Organisation : Bawinanga Aboriginal Corporation via BigSplash
Location : Darwin (Winnellie)
Work type : Full-time
Sector : Community Support Services
Salary type : Annual Package
Application closing date : 6 Nov, 2019
About the organisation
Bawinanga Aboriginal Corporation is a large and complex regional community development organisation providing services to homelands in the Maningrida region. Our mission is to improve the lifestyle of people on homelands by caring for country, and preserving language and culture through the delivery of services to improve housing, health, education and roads. We administer some 50 grants and manage a suite of businesses and programmes, including the Community Development Programme (CDP).
About the role
- Ever thought about working in a stunning location that others can only dream of?
- Bring your exceptional leadership skills to this pivotal role
- Generous remuneration and benefits with FREE accommodation provided!
About the role:
This varied role will see you support and advance the region’s employment and cultural objectives. The right candidate will have the ability to influence key stakeholders, participate and represent the interests of BAC at National Advisory Committees, and lead their team to ensure that the community’s employment objectives are met.
On a typical day, this role will involve:
- Setting the strategic direction for the Community Development Programme
- Using a project management approach to drive the implementation, monitoring and reporting of programmes
- Writing high level reports to assist with securing ongoing funding
- Establishing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders in the community
- Leading, developing, supporting and motivating the teams and individuals to deliver best outcomes
About you:
With a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a Community Development Programme role, you will thrive in a diverse, challenging yet highly rewarding environment.
You will also have
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Significant executive level experience with programme delivery in employment services
- A passion for working in a community-based role
- Experience with operational budgets and funding agreements
- Drive, passion and motivation to see your team succeed
- Experience living in a Remote Community would be ideal
- Strong cross-cultural awareness, good interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively is essential
- Current Drivers Licence, OCHRE Card and First Aid Certificate are required
Are you ready to live in one of the most untapped and beautiful places on earth? Ready to make a difference and keep this part of Australia safe and respected? Get in touch!
How to apply
#PBA3Please quote in application: Manager Community Services via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Community_Support_Services
