Organisation : Djirra
Location : Melbourne
Work type : Full-time
Sector : Indigenous
Salary type : Annual Package
About the organisation
Djirra is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation (ACCO) that works towards a future where all Aboriginal women are strong, safe, independent, healthy and positive in their lives, culture and communities. All Djirra’s work is designed by and for Aboriginal women and is deeply respectful of and connected to community. Self-determination is the foundation of everything we do: it is Our Cultural Way.
About the role
This is a newly created position reporting to the Deputy Chief Executive Officer (CEO). As a member of Djirra’s Senior Executive Team, the Director Corporate Services plays a key role in supporting the CEO and Deputy CEO in the development of Djirra’s strategic direction and initiatives. The role is responsible for leading the delivery of critical corporate functions including the key portfolios of finance, human resources, operations, risk and governance, information technology and fleet and assets/facilities management. The role will have a key focus on driving organisational change through developing, implementing and continuously improving business support systems and processes and examining strategic options to ensure that the Corporate Services directorate functions effectively to meet the needs of the organisation.
- Provide leadership and strategic direction and advice to the CEO and Deputy CEO.
- Deliver best practice in corporate service strategies with a focus on improving organisational outcomes. • Drive organisational change management and continuous improvement practice, process, and systems. • Develop and implement an organisation wide workforce development and capability strategy.
- Strategically manage complex financial, operational, planning, resources and HR issues.
- Work collaboratively with the senior executive and management teams to achieve the objectives of the strategic and operational plans.
- Represent Djirra on key stakeholder committees and groups and contribute to relevant committee and governance processes.
- Deliver a wide range of internal and external services that strengthen organisational capability and financial sustainability and support a culture of performance and accountability.
- Build and maintain sustainable and collaborative partnerships with internal and external stakeholders including funding and regulatory bodies.
- Lead effective systems development and process improvements to support Djirra’s rapid growth and transformation as we deliver broad ranging services to the community.
• Assist with any other tasks as reasonably requested by Deputy CEO.
How to apply
Applications not allowed for this job listing.
Please quote in application: Director Corporate Services via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Indigenous
