The Organisation Wadawurrung Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation (WTOAC) represents the Traditional Owners of Wadawurrung Country and plays a vital role in caring for Country, protecting cultural heritage, and advancing the rights and interests of Wadawurrung People.
As a Registered Aboriginal Party, WTOAC is grounded in culture, community and self‑determination. Guided by its Wadawurrung country plan, Paleert Tjaara Dja – Let’s make Country good together 2020–2030, the organisation continues to grow in scale and capability, strengthening how it supports community, delivers services and builds a sustainable future for Wadawurrung People.
The Role
Based in Ballarat or Geelong and reporting to the Co‑CEO's, the Chief Operating Officer is a key member of the executive team, working closely with leadership to ensure the organisation operates effectively, both day to day and into the future.
This is a broad and meaningful role, with oversight across finance, people and capability, governance, IT, cultural heritage, Caring for Country, engagement and commercial activity. Bringing these areas together, you will support teams to work in a connected, consistent and culturally aligned way.
* Creating the conditions for success
* Strengthening systems
* Supporting leaders and enabling the organisation to continue to grow in line with its strategic direction
* Ensuring WTOAC operates in a way that is sustainable, accountable and grounded in Wadawurrung values.
The Right Person
* Experienced senior leader with background as COO, Executive Director or General Manager
* Comfortable working across complexity, bringing clarity, structure and direction where needed
* Strong financial and organisational capability; track record of strengthening systems, governance and performance
* Collaborative leadership style that builds trust, supports others and brings people together around shared goals
* Experience in purpose‑led, not‑for‑profit, public sector or community‑centred environments
* Genuine respect for Aboriginal culture and Wadawurrung community; commitment to self‑determination
* Integrity, sound judgement, culturally grounded environment where listening, learning and connection matter
The Benefits
* A values‑driven, culturally grounded working environment
* Broad operational scope across people, systems and strategy
* Executive influence across a diverse and growing organisation
* Purpose‑led work with real impact on Country and community
* The opportunity to contribute to long‑term, meaningful outcomes in the region
* Rewarding remuneration and perks, including salary packaging and additional annual leave
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