Chief Executive Officer

Miwatj Health Aboriginal Corporation is a not-for-profit Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (ACCHO) delivering holistic primary healthcare across East Arnhem Land. Their values are deeply rooted in empowerment, cultural respect, and community wellbeing. They operate in some of Australia’s most remote regions and collaborate closely with Yolngu people to improve health outcomes and community harmony.

The Role Responsible to the Board, your critical role is to provide leadership for the company, develop and execute strategy and manage all aspects of the company’s operations including ensuring its financial stability and success and support the Board in ensuring sound governance across risk, statutory compliance and stewardship of the company’s assets. You will actively engage with multiple key stakeholders to improve the health and wellbeing of East Arnhem Land Aboriginal communities.

The role can be located in Darwin or Nhulunbuy.

Key Skills & Experience

Relevant qualifications in Business, ICT, Law or similar

Previous experience in a CEO or Senior Management role

Understanding of and capability to work effectively with Indigenous peoples in a culturally appropriate manner

Demonstrated leadership experience in building successful organisations and high performing teams

Excellent interpersonal communication, advocacy and influencing skills, especially in cross-cultural contexts and with key stakeholders including Government, communities and regional bodies

Proven ability in achieving organisational goals (financial, HR, strategic, etc)

Understanding of financial management, procedures and controls (including capital planning).

Ability to travel across East Arnhem Land (including travel in a light aircraft) and a current manual driver’s licence.

This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact, support Aboriginal community control, and work in a leadership role where culture, strategy, and service intersect. A base salary of $320K is on offer plus superannuation, depending on experience. Standard FBT exemption limits apply: $15,900 for salary sacrificing per FBT year and $2,800 in meal and entertainment benefits per FBT year. This position receives 6 weeks’ annual leave as well as a 1-week Christmas shut down. Generous personal development support is also provided. You’ll work in a role that values integrity, initiative, and influence while enjoying a meaningful connection to country. Miwatj Health offers an inclusive and community-centred workplace with strong values, generous leave provisions, and connection to country and culture.

You must have Australian permanent residency status to apply for this role.

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