FORWAARD Aboriginal Corporation is recruiting a Chief Executive Officer to lead our culturally safe Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) rehabilitation services, based in Darwin, Northern Territory. This is a unique opportunity to guide a dedicated team, strengthen our impact, and advocate for the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across the Northern Territory.
Established in 1967, FORWAARD Aboriginal Corporation is a quality-certified, not-for-profit, Aboriginal-controlled organisation with over 50 years of unwavering commitment to supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people seeking to address alcohol and drug use. Our work is grounded in a deep commitment to culturally safe, community-led healing, ensuring that every program we deliver reflects the values, strengths, and lived experiences of the communities we serve.
The Role
As CEO, you will lead a passionate team and drive our strategic vision, strengthening core programs while exploring bold recent initiatives. You’ll work closely with our Board of Aboriginal Directors, whose cultural wisdom and local knowledge guide our service delivery.
We’re seeking a strategic leader with a deep commitment to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander values, perspectives, and self-determination. The ideal candidate will bring proven experience in building strong partnerships across government, non-government, and community sectors and working collaboratively with a Board of Directors.
You’ll demonstrate high-level strategic and operational management skills - including planning, risk oversight, and continuous quality improvement, alongside a strong track record in financial performance, writing and submitting funding grants, contract management, and regulatory compliance.
Exceptional stakeholder engagement and advocacy capabilities, as well as the ability to identify and manage organisational risks, are essential to success in this role.
What we offer
· $150K base salary + super
· Company vehicle + free parking
· 6 weeks of annual leave
· Salary packaging up to $15,990 p.a.
· Relocation assistance available
Want to know more?
To request a Candidate Information Pack, email: hr@forwaard.com.au
Or if you would like to discuss please contact Trish O’Neill on (08) 8923 6666
We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.
There is no formal closing date, and we encourage applicant to express their interest early, as applications will be reviewed as received.
Please note: We are not accepting agency applications.
📌 CEO
🏢 FORWAARD Aboriginal
📍 Darwin