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Executive Manager Grants, Governance & Compliance - Aboriginal Identified


Company : Wellington Aboriginal Corporation Health Service


Location : Wellington, Australia


Created : 2025-07-17


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Executive Manager Grants, Governance & Compliance - Aboriginal Identified Location: Dubbo, Wellington (NSW), or Mount Druitt Wellington Aboriginal Corporation Health Service (WACHS) is an Aboriginal community-controlled health organisation dedicated to empowering Aboriginal people to take control of their health and wellbeing through clinical and community programs. Our main services are in Wellington, Dubbo, Moree, Western Sydney, Penrith, Nepean, and Blue Mountains, with outreach to other towns and communities. About the Role: The Executive Manager Grants, Governance & Compliance oversees grant acquisition, governance frameworks, and regulatory compliance. Responsibilities include managing grants, ensuring legal adherence, implementing risk management strategies, and collaborating with donors and government agencies. Strong financial management, leadership, and strategic planning skills are essential, along with team mentoring and high ethical standards to align with the organisations mission. Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement strategies and business plans focusing on governance, compliance, and risk management. Build and maintain a compliance framework to meet legal and regulatory requirements. Support the organizations risk management approach and culture. Communicate risk and compliance issues effectively, providing regular updates to the Board and committees. Oversee quality assurance processes, including policy development and maintenance. Lead the Risk & Compliance team, setting goals and performance expectations. Skills, Experience & Mandatory Requirements: Experience in grant management, including application and administration. Knowledge of governance frameworks and policy development. Understanding of legal and regulatory compliance requirements. Ability to develop and manage risk frameworks and assessments. Financial literacy, including budget and grant fund management. Ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders, including donors and government bodies. Proven leadership and team management skills. Experience in strategic planning related to governance and compliance. Ability to prepare and present reports to boards and stakeholders. Commitment to transparency, ethics, and accountability. Certificate of Aboriginality. Current National Police Check. Current Working With Children Check NSW. Valid drivers license for Australia. COVID-19 vaccination and booster. We offer a generous not-for-profit salary packaging scheme and the opportunity to be part of a dedicated NFP organization. #J-18808-Ljbffr