About Wuchopperen Health Service Ltd
Wuchopperen is a Community Controlled Aboriginal Health Organisation providing holistic health care services to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people of Cairns.
Benefits of Working with Us
* Competitive Salary + 12% Super + Salary Sacrifice (up to $15,899 for tax-free benefits and $2,650 p/a for entertainment benefits)
* 5 weeks annual leave and 15 days personal leave pro rata
* Commitment to professional development
* EAP for employees and family members
About the Role
The Executive Officer provides high-level strategic advice, analysis, and executive support to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to facilitate the achievement of objectives, projects, and initiatives.
The position provides high-level support and leads projects to support a range of strategic initiatives for the office of the Chief Executive.
The Executive Officer reports to the CEO and has supervisory responsibilities for the Executive Support Officer/Executive Support Team.
The position will manage key strategic projects with, and at times, on behalf of the CEO and wider Executive Leadership Committee (ELC) as assigned. The role provides high-level policy and governance for key projects, including maintaining records, the preparation, facilitation, and follow-up of Board, Executive, and Senior Leadership Team (SLT) meetings. This includes overseeing key documents including agendas, briefs, discussion papers, associated supporting documentation, minutes, and action items as part of good governance and project management.
Key Responsibilities
* Contribute to policy development through consultation with key staff, research legislation and quality standards, and identify and analyze risk points within the organisation.
* Research, develop and deliver Board and ELC correspondence including presentations, reports, committee submissions, speeches, and other key documentation in liaison with the CEO.
* Plan, consult, monitor and assist in the development and implementation of projects on behalf of the CEO and wider ELC.
* Undertake strategic research activities and provide high-quality, value-adding business improvement initiatives and comprehensive reports through analysis of data and trend identification.
* Facilitate collaboration through the maintenance of a network of internal and external contacts, proactively communicating on initiatives, projects, and consulting on behalf of the CEO where appropriate.
* Support and provide advice to the CEO on budgets and financial matters where necessary, ensuring compliance with financial policies and procedures.
* Work collaboratively with the Corporate Support Team and maintain a thorough knowledge of organisational policies and procedures, legislation, and quality standards to assist with organisational compliance.
* Demonstrate excellence in customer service and project a positive organisational image, portraying a professional, courteous, and helpful manner.
* Work within Wuchopperen's Policies and Procedures including the Code of Conduct and Workplace Health and Safety requirements.
* Contribute to continuous improvement processes to ensure compliance with relevant standards and safe, effective service delivery.
* Other duties as required, within your skills, experience, and capacity.
Requirements
* Hold a current Blue Card (for suitability to work with children and young people).
* Proof of qualifications is required to be provided prior to the commencement of duty.
* Possess a current driver's licence.
* A commitment to adhere to Wuchopperen's policies and procedures.
* Undergo a Child Safety and Personal History Screening Check.