Executive Officer - Mt Burdett Foundation

BusinessAg; Shire Of Esperance; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Mt Burdett Foundation seeks an Executive Officer to coordinate operations and strategic objectives in Esperance and regional Western Australia. The role involves working with the Board, governance, administration and delivery of community initiatives.

You will manage budgets, reporting, and external service providers, plus develop strategic communications and engagement with stakeholders. Experience in not-for-profit settings is valued but not essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in administration, project coordination, communications or a similar role.
• Strong organisational, written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Sound financial literacy and digital skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating Board and committee meetings, governance and administration.
• Managing grant processes, reporting and community initiatives.
• Coordinating budgets, financial reporting and external service providers.
• Developing and implementing strategic communications, including stakeholder engagement, website and social media.
• Supporting delivery of the Foundation's strategic plans and projects.
• Building relationships with community organisations and key stakeholders.

Skills

Administration

Project coordination

Governance experience

Stakeholder engagement

Written communication

Education

Not-for-profit sector experience

Tools

MS Office

Budgeting software

Job description

Working closely with the Board and advisory committees, the Executive Officer will be responsible for coordinating the Foundation's operations and strategic objectives.

Key responsibilities

Coordinating Board and committee meetings, governance and administration.

Managing grant processes, reporting and community initiatives.

Coordinating budgets, financial reporting and external service providers.

Developing and implementing strategic communications, including stakeholder engagement, website and social media.

Supporting delivery of the Foundation's strategic plans and projects.

Building relationships with community organisations and key stakeholders.

About you

Experience in administration, project coordination, communications or a similar role.

Strong organisational, written communication and interpersonal skills.

Sound financial literacy and digital skills.

Initiative and the ability to work independently.

An interest in community development and regional Western Australia.

Experience in governance or the not-for-profit sector would be advantageous but is not essential.

About us

Established by Esperance farmer and philanthropist Chris Reichstein, the Mt Burdett Foundation supports initiatives that strengthen communities and create lasting opportunities across Esperance and rural and regional Western Australia. With a growing investment base and expanding philanthropic activities, we are seeking a capable and motivated Executive Officer to support the Foundation's operations and strategic objectives.

A flexible, varied and rewarding role with an experienced and supportive Board, offering the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to regional communities.

Applications close: Monday 2nd November 2026 COB