Chief Executive Officer

Murchison Region Aboriginal Corporation

Job description/overview

We are seeking a dynamic and visionary Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead our organisation in achieving its mission. Reporting to the Chairperson, you will oversee a $25 million property portfolio, drive strategic growth, and champion operational excellence. This role involves high-level leadership, financial oversight, human resource management, and governance to ensure we continue to meet our goals and statutory obligations. 

This role offers great work life balance on a family friendly roster working in the City of Greater Geraldton, a thriving regional city situated just over 400km north of Perth on the beautiful coral coast of WA.

Key responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight, aligning with organisational goals. 
• Manage operations, human resources, financial matters, and legal compliance.
• Strengthen governance by supporting the Board and implementing resolutions. 
• Oversee housing management, including acquisitions, disposals, and tenant services.
• Represent the organisation in public relations and stakeholder engagement initiatives.
• Identify and secure funding opportunities to sustain and grow services. 

About You

We are looking for a leader with a strong strategic vision, financial expertise, and the ability to foster growth and innovation. The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Proven leadership in managing complex organisations and multidisciplinary teams. 
• Financial acumen, including budget management and funding compliance.
• Deep understanding of governance standards and statutory requirements for Aboriginal organisations.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and public relations.
• Cultural awareness and the ability to work effectively within an Aboriginal context. 

Qualifications and Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in finance, governance, or business management (desirable).
• Experience in housing management (preferred). 
• Current National Police Clearance and a Class C driver’s license. 
• Willingness to undergo a bankruptcy search prior to appointment. 

Selection criteria

• Proven leadership in managing complex organisations and multidisciplinary teams. 
• Financial acumen, including budget management and funding compliance.
• Deep understanding of governance standards and statutory requirements for Aboriginal organisations. 
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and public relations. 
• Cultural awareness and the ability to work effectively within an Aboriginal context. 
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in finance, governance, or business management (desirable). 
• Experience in housing management (preferred). 
• Current National Police Clearance and a Class C driver’s license. 
• Willingness to undergo a bankruptcy search prior to appointment.

The successful person will be selected based on skills, experience and interview.