Job Title: Chief Operating Officer
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About the Role:
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The Global EverGreening Alliance is seeking a highly motivated and driven Chief Operating Officer (COO) to provide strategic leadership and management of the organisation's core operational support functions, including finance, human resources, IT, risk management, governance, facilities, media and communications, and compliance.
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Main Responsibilities:
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1. Work with the CEO and senior leadership team to define, refine, and implement the organisation's strategic goals and objectives.
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2. Translate strategic goals into operational plans, systems, and processes across relevant operational functions, ensuring alignment with long-term strategic objectives.
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3. Advise on and oversee and/or manage the organisation's operational systems, processes, and infrastructure to ensure they are scalable, efficient, and responsive to the needs of the organisation.
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4. Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for tracking operational success and impact.
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5. Foster a culture of collaboration and alignment, ensuring teams are working closely together.
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6. Resource Management and Growth:
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7. Identify operational gaps and resource needs to ensure the organisation is prepared for growth and expansion into new regions or projects.
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8. Drive continuous improvement in financial systems, procurement, and cost-efficiency to ensure financial systems and processes are efficient, effective, fit for purpose, and support the needs of relevant internal and external parties.
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9. Talent Development and Management:
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10. Lead and mentor operational teams, ensuring that leaders are equipped to manage growing teams and projects effectively.
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11. Champion the development of talent, fostering an inclusive and dynamic work environment that encourages collaboration and professional growth.
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12. Risk Management and Compliance:
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* Oversee compliance with internal and external regulations, environmental standards, and policies.
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* Manage operational risks, ensuring that necessary mitigation strategies are in place to address potential challenges in project work.
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Key Requirements:
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* Relevant tertiary qualification (e.g. degree in Business and/or Commerce).
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* A minimum of two years proven success in a similar role, leading multidisciplinary teams and organisational functions (e.g. finance, HR, IT etc.).
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* Strong financial literacy, with experience in successfully overseeing complex finances and budgets to maintain high levels of accountability and transparency.
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* A proven track record of building, engaging, and developing high-performance teams in an international context.
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* Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to drive change and inspire teams.
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* Ability to maintain rapport to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
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* Exceptional strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
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* Excellent communication skills with the ability to develop fit-for-purpose reports and internal communication strategies.
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* Ability to analyse data, performance metrics, and business models to assess and quickly understand the relevant parameters, risks, and challenges within a novel industry.
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* Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, balancing multiple priorities and projects.
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What We Offer:
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The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with a dynamic and innovative team, driving positive change and contributing to the organisation's mission to improve livelihoods and capture CO2 emissions.
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Please submit your application, including your resume and a cover letter clearly addressing the Key Selection Criteria.
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Only candidates who address the selection criteria will be considered for shortlisting. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
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Please note, you must have the right to work in Australia to be considered for this role.
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Contact us at hr@evergreening.org if you have any questions.
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