Interim CEO

Bunuba Dawangarri Aboriginal Corporation

Job description/overview

We are looking for an experienced Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to supervise and control all strategic and business aspects of the Corporation with and under the direction of the board of directors of BDAC and its operating entities.

The interim CEO will be responsible for providing clear, strategic direction as well as working with the BDAC board of directors, to achieve its vision for success. The interim CEO will be expected to have a business, social and cultural mindset and able to see the, bigger picture of the operating environment and opportunities presented to the Corporation to improve outcomes by BDAC for and on behalf of its members.

The interim CEO will take action to enhance the Corporation’s cash flow to secure grants and sustainable income to ensure the Corporation’s long-term financial viability and stability.

Selection criteria:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications such as Law, Accounting, Business
  Administration or relevant fields
• Proven experience as CEO and/or in other senior managerial positions
• Experience in developing profitable strategies and implementing vision
• Strong understanding of corporate finance and performance management
  principles
• In depth language of corporate governance and general management best
  practices
• Understanding of working with and for an Aboriginal community such as
  understanding community dynamics, systems and ways of working
• Experience working with the complexities of Native Title and cultural
  diversity
• Experience in organisational development and leadership skills 
• Have analytical abilities and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills

Special requirements: 

• Employment reference checks
• Class ‘C’ Drivers Licence
• National Police Clearance
• Ability to hold a Working with Children Check