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Chief Executive Officer


Company : First People of the Millewa-Mallee Aboriginal Corp


Location : Mildura, Victoria


Created : 2025-08-08


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Join to apply for the Chief Executive Officer role at First People of the Millewa-Mallee Aboriginal Corporation1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Chief Executive Officer role at First People of the Millewa-Mallee Aboriginal CorporationGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Direct message the job poster from First People of the Millewa-Mallee Aboriginal CorporationHead of Recruitment, supporting our First Nations leaders into executive level positions nation-wide.Full time | Mildura, Vic | $170,000 - $190,000 + SuperThis position is only open to candidates to identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.About the organisationFirst People of the Millewa-Mallee Aboriginal Corporation (FPMMAC) is the appointed Registered Aboriginal Party (RAP) for Country in Northwest Victoria and acts as the Prescribed Body Corporate (PBC) for native title holders. Formed by the Latji Latji, Ngintait, and Nyeri Nyeri peoples, FPMMAC is dedicated to advancing the rights, interests, and aspirations of Traditional Owners of the Millewa-Mallee region.They work to promote, protect, and manage Aboriginal Cultural Heritage, fulfil responsibilities under the Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006 (Vic) and the Native Title Act 1993 (Cth), and support the cultural, political, social, and economic interests of their members.Their mission is to ensure that the voices of Traditional Owners are heard and respected, and to lead decision-making about Country and Culture, today and for generations to come.About the roleThe Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will provide strategic and operational leadership to FPMMAC, managing the organisation in line with its Rule Book. This includes leading staff, representing the interests of Traditional Owners, managing cultural heritage responsibilities, and ensuring compliance with statutory obligations and agreements.The CEO will work closely with the Board to deliver strong governance, maintain high-level relationships with government and other agencies, and build an organisational culture of integrity, teamwork, and respect.A key responsibility is to strengthen FPMMACs operational capability and financial sustainability while ensuring all activities align with best practice business planning and risk management.For a full list of responsibilities, please contact Pipeline Talent via jobs@pipelinetalent.com.au.About youFPMMAC is seeking an experienced and culturally grounded leader with demonstrated capability to manage at an executive level. The ideal candidate will bring strong knowledge of the political and policy environment impacting Traditional Owners in Victoria and will have the strategic insight to promote the rights and aspirations of our members.You will have proven skills in leading teams, building relationships across government and community, and ensuring sound governance and management practice.Attributes they value include integrity, resilience, strong communication skills, and the ability to foster a positive, collaborative culture within the organisation.Key RequirementsDemonstrated experience in managing day-to-day operations at the executive level, with the ability to ensure accountability, high performance, and effective coordination across staff teams.Proven capacity to provide high-level, strategic advice to a Board of Directors, supporting sound governance and decision-making.Strong track record in implementing strategic plans and Board directions, translating organisational goals into effective operational outcomes.Sound knowledge of corporate governance and general management practice within Aboriginal organisations.Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to represent the organisation with cultural integrity and credibility.Personal qualities of integrity, resilience, sound judgment, and emotional intelligence.What we can offer youCompetitive regional salarySupportive, culturally safe, and values-driven work environmentOpportunity to make a meaningful difference for Traditional OwnersOpportunity to work on CountryAccess to a Motor Vehicle fully maintainedHow to applyYour application should include:A current resumeA cover letter (max 3 pages), outlining your motivation behind applying and your suitability against the (6) Key RequirementsApplications are to be submitted via the Pipeline Talent website:close 11:59PM Sunday 10 August 2025. Late applications will not be accepted.How to get more informationFor further information on the position, please contact the team at Pipeline Talent.Tiana CallaughanHead of RecruitmentM 0476 538 307| PH 02 8001 6603Seniority levelSeniority levelExecutiveEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionStrategy/Planning and ManagementIndustriesStrategic Management ServicesReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at First People of the Millewa-Mallee Aboriginal Corporation by 2xGet notified about new Chief Executive Officer jobs in Mildura, Victoria, Australia.Were unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr