Role Summary
RDA Great Southern is seeking a CEO who can bring renewed energy, sharpen the organisation's regional impact, and lead its regional development function.
RDA Great Southern works to advance the region and the Australian Government's regional priorities. It has a consultative and facilitative role and is focused on growing a strong regional economy.
Regional Development Australia Great Southern is part of a national network of locally led committees funded by the Australian Government. It builds partnerships across government, industry and community to harness regional competitive advantages, attract investment and support jobs and local opportunities.
It also operates the Great Southern Universities Centre, a Commonwealth‐funded Regional University Study Hub initiative that supports students to study locally with campus‐style facilities and support.
The CEO will lead and represent the organisation across the region and beyond, working closely with the Committee to set and deliver strategic direction, lead a small team, and progress initiatives and partnerships that strengthen the Great Southern's economy and communities—including oversight and support for the GS UniCentre and its Study Hubs.
Responsibilities
* Set and deliver strategic direction for the organisation.
* Lead a small team and progress initiatives and partnerships that strengthen the region's economy and communities.
* Oversee and support the GS UniCentre and its Study Hubs as part of the workforce and skills ecosystem.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with local government, state and Australian Government agencies, industry, business and community leaders.
* Provide trusted regional intelligence and contribute to evidence‐based planning and policy development.
* Help regional stakeholders identify and pursue grants and investment opportunities aligned to agreed regional priorities.
Qualifications
* Motivated, solutions‐focused leaders with strong stakeholder engagement capability.
* Experience working across multiple levels of government.
* Demonstrated commitment to inclusive regional outcomes.
Location & Application
The position can be based in Albany or anywhere within the Great Southern region of Western Australia.
Applications close on 15 June at 5pm. Applicants should include a curriculum vitae and a response to the selection criteria; an Applicant Information Pack, including the application form, is available on the RDA Great Southern website.
Salary and Benefits
Salary Package: Between $156,000 to $195,500 (according to qualifications and experience). Company vehicle available.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Women, First Nations Australians, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with disability are strongly encouraged to apply.
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