General Manager, Commercial & Growth — Flexible Leader

Dja Dja Wurrung Clans Aboriginal Corporation; Greater Bendigo; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

Flexible work options

Employee Assistance Program

Training and development

Job summary

DJAARA is seeking an ambitious General Manager – Commercial & Growth to lead a diverse portfolio spanning environmental services, construction, education, art and tourism. This executive role reports to the Board and shapes future commercial direction for the Nation.

You will drive revenue, develop partnerships and ensure sustainable growth while upholding cultural authority and self-determination. This is a landmark opportunity to create lasting community impact.

Qualifications

• Significant senior commercial leadership experience.
• Track record of identifying and progressing growth opportunities.
• Strong financial and commercial acumen including planning and modelling.
• Experience leading senior managers or multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience working with executives, Boards and government stakeholders.
• Tertiary qualifications in business, commerce, management, finance or economics.
• Experience in Aboriginal organisations or Indigenous enterprise highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Lead a diverse business portfolio and drive sustainable growth.
• Identify markets, partnerships, investments and opportunities.
• Shape commercial strategy and performance reporting.
• Balance growth with risk and long-term value.
• Collaborate with Board and executive leaders.

Skills

Senior leadership

Growth strategy

Financial modelling

Investment assessment

Risk management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Tertiary qualifications in business/commerce/management/finance/economics

Job description

DJAARA is seeking an ambitious General Manager – Commercial & Growth to lead a diverse portfolio spanning environmental services, construction, education, art and tourism. This executive role reports to the Board and shapes future commercial direction for the Nation.

You will drive revenue, develop partnerships and ensure sustainable growth while upholding cultural authority and self-determination. This is a landmark opportunity to create lasting community impact.