Executive Leader, Aboriginal Education & Community Growth

Human Resource Dynamics Pty Ltd; Pukatja; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6 weeks annual leave

Accommodation provided

Relocation expenses covered

Motor vehicle provided

Job summary

PYEC in Ernabella (APY Lands, SA) seeks an experienced General Manager to lead strategic, operational and financial direction for the organisation, ensuring strong outcomes for Anangu children, youth and communities.

Reporting to the Board, you will implement the Strategic and Operational Plans, oversee funding of about $3–6 million, and build trusted partnerships with government, funders and communities in a remote, culturally safe workplace.

Qualifications

• Significant executive leadership experience in a complex organisation.
• Strong strategic planning and organisational performance capability.
• Sound governance, risk, compliance and Board engagement experience.
• Strong financial and operational management expertise.
• Experience overseeing funded programs and contractual obligations.
• Highly developed stakeholder engagement, advocacy and partnership-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and direction across PYEC.
• Lead the implementation of the Strategic Plan, Business Plan and Operational Plan.
• Work closely with and provide high-quality advice to the Board of Directors.
• Lead organisational governance, risk, compliance and accountability.
• Oversee annual funding and revenue streams of approximately $3–6 million.
• Drive strong financial management, sustainability and funding diversification.
• Provide executive oversight of programs and services across the APY Lands.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Anangu communities, government agencies, funding bodies and strategic partners.
• Lead and develop the senior leadership team and support a high-performing, respectful and culturally safe workplace.
• Strengthen Aboriginal employment, leadership development and succession planning.
• Ensure PYEC meets its legislative, contractual, funding and reporting obligations.
• Represent PYEC at senior community, government and sector levels.

Skills

Executive leadership

Strategic planning

Governance

Financial management

Stakeholder engagement

People leadership

Education

Tertiary qualifications

Job description

PYEC in Ernabella (APY Lands, SA) seeks an experienced General Manager to lead strategic, operational and financial direction for the organisation, ensuring strong outcomes for Anangu children, youth and communities.

Reporting to the Board, you will implement the Strategic and Operational Plans, oversee funding of about $3–6 million, and build trusted partnerships with government, funders and communities in a remote, culturally safe workplace.