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Executive Director Medical Services (EDMS) 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 community control, 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. Located in the vibrant tropical city of Darwin or the extraordinary remote coastal enclave of Nhulunbuy. The Role The Executive Director Medical Services (EDMS) is a senior executive leadership role responsible for building and sustaining a high-quality, stable and culturally safe medical workforce across Miwatj Health. The EDMS provides visible leadership to attract, develop and retain high-quality General Practitioners and medical leaders, strengthening clinical governance, workforce capability and service delivery across geographically dispersed remote settings. As a Member of the Executive Leadership Team, the EDMS contributes to organisational strategy and actively promotes Miwatj Health nationally as a leader in remote primary health care and Yolu selfdetermination. The role can be located in either Darwin or Nhulunbuy. It is fulltime for a 3 year fixed term. Key Responsibilities Lead the attraction, recruitment and retention of highquality General Practitioners, reducing reliance on Locums. Build and inspire a strong medical Community of Practice, fostering connection, learning and professional pride. Develop workforce capability through mentoring, performance development and succession planning. Strengthen sustainable workforce pipelines, including graduates, registrars and locally developed pathways. Provide leadership across a multidisciplinary workforce, including Aboriginal Health Practitioners. Contribute as a key Member of the Executive Leadership Team, shaping strategy and organisational direction. Build and leverage national and NT networks to enhance reputation, partnerships and workforce supply. Promote the organisation as a centre of excellence in culturally safe remote primary health care. Lead clinical governance, ensuring highquality, culturally safe care and compliance with standards. Manage clinical risk, incidents and public health responses, strengthening service integration and performance. Champion a Yoluled Aboriginal Health Practitioner Model of Care. Drive sustainable, innovative service delivery, integrating research, continuous improvement and resource stewardship. Key Skills & Experience Highly credible clinicianleader with strong professional networks across remote and rural medicine. Able to attract talent through reputation, relationships and visible leadership. Trusted and collaborative leader who builds strong professional relationships across teams and communities. Resilient and adaptable in complex remote environments. Skilled mentor who supports growth, accountability and professional development. Communicator and educator who builds strong Communities of Practice. Strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into practical outcomes. Committed to culturally safe and respectful practice. A Global citizen who is highly skilled in the use of technology, AI and social media. Role Requirements Strong understanding of remote health delivery in the Northern Territory. Understanding of Aboriginal community control and culturally safe clinical practice. Eligibility for full registration with AHPRA as a Medical Practitioner without restriction. Postgraduate qualifications in leadership, management or public health (desirable). Fellowship or membership of relevant professional college or faculty (desirable). This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact, support Aboriginal community control, and work in a contemporary leadership role where culture, strategy, and service intersect. A base salary of $330K plus Super. 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 professional development support is also provided. You''ll work in a role that values integrity, initiative, and influence. Miwatj Health offers an inclusive and communitycentred 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. Please apply via the Seek Apply button. If you would like to discuss the opportunity, please call Philip Archer on 04... ... 555. If you encounter any issues, email your rsum to [email protected] quoting Ref No. 84A-052602 #J-18808-Ljbffr