General Manager (Aboriginal identified)

Total remuneration Package:

($110,000 - $120,000) Package includes salary and employer’s superannuation and annual leave loading. Salary sacrifice options available. Use of Muurrbay vehicle, supplied with laptop, monitor and support from Employee Assistance Program.

Reports to Board

Supervisory Responsibility Administrative Officer, Project Officer, and other staff as required.

Regional Language Co‑ordinator

Contract

Fixed term contract for 3 years, with an extension of 2 years or more.

Probationary period of 12 months.

Muurrbay Aboriginal Language and Culture Co‑operative consider that being Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational requirement for this position. This position is only open to Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander applicants in accordance with relevant Commonwealth under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth), and State and Territory legislation.

Muurrbay Aboriginal Language and Culture Co‑operative is dedicated to language revitalisation, research, and education. Our work spans across seven Aboriginal language groups on the North Coast of NSW, supporting a range of community initiatives, educational programs, and publishing projects. We collaborate with Elders, language teachers / workers and communities to ensure that Aboriginal languages thrive for future generations. We are a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) delivering Aboriginal Language qualifications and Publishing House. We publish Aboriginal Language dictionaries and Aboriginal Language stories, plus many more publications.

Primary Purpose of Position The General Manager runs Muurrbay’s daily operations. This includes Human Resource (HR), finance, RTO compliance, IT, and administrative duties and other non‑language project management. The role ensures strong systems so that language staff can focus on revitalisation of Aboriginal Languages. The General Manager also supports innovation in organisational cyber security, and the continuous improvement of digital systems and workflows across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities Leadership Provide operational guidance and leadership that is clear and positive.

Mentor staff and strengthen workplace culture.

Manage regular staff meetings

Provide operational advice and reports to the Board.

Support Board strategy through strong systems and reliable delivery.

Finance and Compliance Manage budgets, reporting, and audits.

Ensure timely and accurate grant acquittals in conjunction with other staff.

Identify and apply for new funding, including infrastructure, publishing, and archiving projects.

Ensure full compliance with the 2025 Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) and reporting.

Human Resources Oversee HR policies, contracts, and recruitment.

Manage staff onboarding, supervision, mentoring, and performance reviews.

Build a positive, safe workplace culture.

Administration and Projects Supervise administration and project staff.

Oversee major projects, including the building extension.

Manage procurement, facilities, and office systems.

Oversee IT systems, hardware, software, and digital infrastructure across the organisation.

Maintain and strengthen cyber security practices, including data protection, access controls, backups, and staff awareness.

Ensure effective use of Microsoft 365 tools (Teams, SharePoint, Outlook, Office applications) to support collaboration and productivity.

Co‑ordinate with external IT providers to ensure reliable systems, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement.

Professionalism Culturally respectful and collaborative.

High integrity in all dealings.

Clear, consistent communication.

Other Any other duties required by the Board to achieve Muurrbay’s goals.

About you: You are an experienced people leader who brings strong collaboration, communication, and influencing skills to a role that requires both strategic thinking and hands on operational leadership. You work confidently across teams, build trust quickly, and support others to deliver high quality outcomes in a culturally safe and respectful environment.

To be successful in this role you will have:

Diploma of Leadership and Management or higher qualification or proven equivalent skills, knowledge in leading teams and managing day to day operations.

Certificate IV in Business or Accounting

Experience leading staff through change, supporting wellbeing, and fostering a culturally safe and respectful workplace.

Experience with financial management skills, including budgeting, reporting, and risk oversight.

HR capability, including recruitment, performance management, and staff development.

Proficiency in Microsoft 365, including Teams, SharePoint, Outlook and Office applications.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear reports and operational advice for the Board.

Driver’s License and Current Police check or willingness to apply for one.

Knowledge of MYOB

Knowledge and practical experience with the 2025 Standards for Registered Training Organisations RTOs, including governance and reporting deadlines, or a willingness to learn compliance practices.

Experience in grant writing and securing funding for infrastructure, cultural, or digital projects.

Knowledge of governance processes and working effectively with the Board.

Mandatory requirements:

Current Driver's Licence

NSW Police Check or willing and able to obtain one prior to commencement

TARGETED QUESTION:

Describe a time when you had to deliver a critical outcome with competing deadlines. Explain the task or project and required outcome, the strategies you used to identify issues and opportunities, and how the final result was achieved. (max. 300 words)

Our commitment We are committed to creating a culturally safe and accessible workplace where dignity, trust, respect, and the promotion of diversity and inclusion are valued, so you can safely bring your whole self to work and connect with community.

Applications close 11.55pm AEDT Sunday 22 March 2026

To apply for this role, you need to provide:

Your current resume

Copies of your qualifications (upload as one PDF file)

Cover letter addressing all essential and desirable criteria.

Response to one targeted question (max 300 words)

Muurrbay Aboriginal Language and Culture Co‑operative acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and the continuing connection to lands, waters, and communities. We pay our respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and Elders past and present.

The National Indigenous Times acknowledges and pays respect to past and present Traditional Custodians and Elders of this nation. We recognise Aboriginal Community's continuing connection to their lands, waters and stories and acknowledge that sovereignty has never been ceded.

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