General Manager

Abundance HR; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 117,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary 130k

9-day fortnight

Vehicle provided

Relocation assistance

Live in Byron Bay

Job summary

Bundjalung of Byron Bay Aboriginal Corporation (Arakwal) seeks a seasoned General Manager to lead the organisation with strategic and operational excellence, grounding decisions in cultural values and community priorities.

Reporting to the Board, you will steer growth, governance and sustainability while protecting Country and heritage. This is a unique opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the Arakwal community in Byron Bay.

Qualifications

• This role requires senior leadership experience within Aboriginal or community-controlled/not-for-profit contexts.
• Proven financial, governance and strategic management capabilities.
• Experience engaging with Aboriginal communities and cultural heritage is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Drive organisational strategy, growth and operational excellence.
• Oversee financial management, governance, compliance and sustainability.
• Support protection of Arakwal Country, Native Title interests and cultural heritage.
• Build strong relationships with Traditional Owners, community, government and stakeholders.
• Lead and develop a high-performing, culturally respectful team.
• Identify new funding, partnerships and development opportunities.

Skills

Senior management

Executive leadership

Financial management

Governance

Stakeholder engagement

People leadership

Cultural understanding

Aboriginal communities

Education

Tertiary qualifications or equivalent professional experience

Job description

Lead with purpose. Protect Country. Strengthen community. Shape the future.

Are you an experienced, values-driven leader ready to make a meaningful difference?

The Bundjalung of Byron Bay Aboriginal Corporation (Arakwal) (BOBBAC) is seeking an inspiring and capable General Manager to lead the organisation into its next chapter.

This is a unique opportunity to combine executive leadership with genuine community impact, working alongside the Arakwal people to protect Country, preserve culture and create a strong, sustainable future.

$130,000 salary plus full salary packaging benefits.

9-day fortnight offering genuine work-life balance.

Vehicle provided as part of the employment package.

Relocation assistance available for the right candidate.

Live and work in beautiful Byron Bay, one of Australia's most sought-after coastal destinations.

Lead with purpose, making a lasting contribution to the Arakwal community.

Why join BOBBAC?

• $130,000 salary plus full salary packaging benefits.




• 9-day fortnight offering genuine work-life balance.




• Vehicle provided as part of the employment package.




• Relocation assistance available for the right candidate.




• Live and work in beautiful Byron Bay, one of Australia's most sought-after coastal destinations.




• Lead with purpose, making a lasting contribution to the Arakwal community.

About the role

Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across BOBBAC, ensuring the organisation continues to thrive while remaining grounded in its cultural values and community priorities.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Driving organisational strategy, growth and operational excellence.




• Leading financial management, governance, compliance and organisational sustainability.




• Supporting the protection of Arakwal Country, Native Title interests and cultural heritage.




• Building strong relationships with Traditional Owners, community, government and key stakeholders.




• Leading, mentoring and developing a high-performing, culturally respectful team.




• Identifying new funding, partnership and development opportunities.

About you

We are seeking an authentic, confident and commercially astute leader who combines strong management capability with genuine cultural understanding.

You will bring:

• Significant senior management or executive leadership experience, ideally within an Aboriginal Corporation, community-controlled or not-for-profit organisation.




• Proven financial, operational and strategic management skills.




• Demonstrated experience working effectively with Aboriginal communities and a strong understanding of Aboriginal culture and heritage.




• Strong governance, stakeholder engagement and people leadership capabilities.




• The ability to balance strategic vision with practical, hands-on leadership.




• Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent professional experience.

Experience in Native Title, land management or cultural heritage will be highly regarded.

Make your next leadership role truly meaningful

This is more than a job. It's an opportunity to help shape the future of an important Aboriginal Corporation while enjoying an exceptional lifestyle in Byron Bay.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply and will be given preference, subject to applicable law. Applications are also welcomed from non-Aboriginal candidates who meet all selection criteria.