Station Manager: Full time (37.5 hrs/week)3MDR 97.1fmJob descriptionABOUT 3MDR 97.1FM AND COMMUNITY RADIO SECTOR3MDR 97.1fm is a community radio station giving an independent voice to the community of Mount Dandenong and surrounds since the mid-1980s. Community broadcasting plays a vital role in connecting people to their community.With a radio licence covering much of the Shire of Yarra Ranges and Cardinia Shire, as well as parts of both City of Casey and Knox City Council, 3MDR broadcasts from our studios at the historic Forest Park Homestead, Upwey, in the foothills of Mount Dandenong.We pride ourselves on our representation of community and our role in promoting and supporting local artists, environmental sustainability, diversity and inclusion within our community.As a sector we actively promote community access and participation and volunteers play a major role in the operations of community broadcasting stations.We provide a media space which enables otherwise marginalised communities to voice ideas and foster diverse and multicultural voices. Upwey is home to some great eateries, cafes and bars and has an active creative community.ABOUT THE ROLEThe Station Manager is a leadership role, responsible for the day-to-day operations that keep 3MDR on the air. This position reports directly to the Committee of Management and leads a team of 1 part-time staff and 100 volunteers. As well as the day-to-day operations, the Station Manager will work to strengthen community connections, engage and work with 3MDR volunteers and provide advice and support to the Committee of Management in the implementation of 3MDR's Strategic Plan.SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED TO PERFORM THIS ROLEDemonstrated experience in financial management, managing accounts including both revenue and expenditureDemonstrated ability to manage multiple stakeholders and effectively partnering to influence decision-makingExperience in community radio, or similar experience in volunteer led organisations, Not for Profit or Public sectorDemonstrated leadership of a small team, including good understanding of workplace safety requirementsDemonstrated experience in an office environment, e.g. managing correspondence, CRM management, and preparing reportsWHAT THIS ROLE CAN OFFERFlexibility: we are able to be flexible about the when the 37.5 hours are worked each week and there may be some ability to work part of that time at homeOpportunities for training and professional development3MDR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. People with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ people and people of all ages and backgrounds are all encouraged to apply for this position. 3MDR diversity policyFor more information please contact Ben via president@3mdr.com, using the subject line: Station Manager enquiry via EthicalJobs.To apply send a CV (2 pages max) and cover letter (1 page) to president@3mdr.com A position description is available via Ethical Jobs.