Located in Jabiru, NT - 2.5 hours from Darwin on a stunning, scenic drive.
About our region
West Arnhem Regional Council covers an area of almost 50,000 km2 of stunning natural landscape in the western part of Arnhem Land, Northern Territory.
More than two thirds of the region's population of just over 6,000 identify as Aboriginal Australians, who reside in a collection of towns, communities and outstations. Council provides a range of local government services to five towns and communities across five wards with many popular tourist destinations.
The role
As Manager Community Services, you will be the driving force behind community programs across West Arnhem, leading a skilled team from Jabiru to turn funding and service contracts into real outcomes for local families and communities, building strong relationships with stakeholders, managing complex budgets and reporting, and shaping innovative service plans that respond to changing needs in a unique remote NT environment
About you
* A dynamic community leader who is excited to work in remote West Arnhem communities.
* Tertiary qualified in public health, community development or a related human services field.
* Proven experience leading and inspiring diverse teams and building a positive, customer-focused culture.
* Confident managing grants, budgets, reporting and competing priorities in a complex environment.
* Strong communicator with excellent written, verbal and listening skills, able to engage a wide range of stakeholders.
* Tech-savvy and comfortable using Microsoft Office, especially Excel, to interpret and explain financial information.
* Highly organised, able to prioritise, meet deadlines and keep multiple programs on track
You will receive
* Remuneration Package $132,318 - $150,739 (includes Base $116,049 - $132,205)
* 6 weeks annual leave
* Superannuation
* 17.5% leave loading
* Remote locality allowance
* Phone Allowance
* Relocation Assistance
* Basic furnished accommodation
* Subsidised rent
* Free uniforms
* Study assistance
* Employee Assistance Program
* 50 000km of the stunning Australian outback to explore in your down time
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You must have full working rights to live and work in Australia to apply for this job.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. Special measures will apply