Executive Officer

About the role

The Executive Officer is a newly created, critical position that will lead our organisation and the team into the future.  Supported by a Fundraising Manager, this hands on role will manage and develop  all aspects of our organisation and programs as we transition from a volunteer based organisation to a small professional workforce.

About you:

To be successful in this role, you will have professional and personal qualities to lead a dynamic, innovative and creative organisation including

Essential Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Degree in social work, psychology, business, or other relevant fields.
• Professional leadership experience in a community service organisation.
• Demonstrated ability to efficiently and effectively administer and manage a successful organisation that meets strategic, operational and financial targets.
• Strong oral and written communication skills at all levels including influencing, networking and negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully encourage a collaborative, inclusive team, a focussed and accountable workplace.
• The ability to work safely and effectively from your home office.

Desirable Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Lived or carer experience with BPD or mental health.
• Experience in working with and developing strong relationships with a broad range of stakeholders including all levels of govt, community based mental health and Wellbeing organisations, clinical services, other NGO’s and research institutions.
• Sound IT skills including familiarity with Office 365.
• Social media and website administration skills.

The salary for this position will be $1,560 gross per fortnight plus statutory superannuation.  Salary packing is available.  A satisfactory police check and current drivers license is required.

A position description can be found on our website.  Click on www.bpdcommunity.com.au

For further information about this role, please contact Linda Norman, HRplus on 0412 602 713 or linda@hrplus.com.au