Operations Manager Role
EON Aboriginal Foundation is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people in remote communities across the Northern Territory and Western Australia. Our programs focus on health, nutrition, education, and training using edible gardens as a tool to shift community attitudes toward healthy living.
* We seek an experienced Operations Manager to oversee planning, delivery, and evaluation of our established program in remote WA communities.
* The ideal candidate will lead, mentor, and support a small, geographically dispersed and diverse delivery team.
* They will work closely with NT operational staff to maintain consistency and support across delivery.
* The Operations Manager will build and maintain strong collaborative relationships with school principals, teachers, community leaders, and local partners.
* Collaboration with our CEO and senior managers is essential to ensure program delivery aligns with our goals and values.
* The successful candidate will help map future growth and assess potential new communities for program expansion.
* Program management includes managing budgets, ensuring alignment with funding agreements.
* Clear reporting and communication to our team and stakeholders are crucial.
* The role involves developing and maintaining partnerships with funders and strategic partners to support program sustainability.
Key Requirements:
* Strong people management skills with at least five years of experience in a management role, including experience managing remote teams.
* Experience working in remote and regional Aboriginal communities, with a deep understanding and respect for Aboriginal culture.
* Good knowledge of remote and regional Western Australia, including local networks, communities, and key stakeholders.
* Passion and experience in health, nutrition, cooking, and gardening.
* Adaptability and solutions-focus, with the ability to work through challenges in remote and cross-cultural settings.
* Able to build strong, trusting relationships through honest communication and follow-through.
* Willingness and ability to travel frequently to remote communities, twice per month for most of the year.
* Experience managing budgets, writing reports, and overseeing multiple projects.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and other relevant software.
* Background in Education or Health is highly regarded.