General Manager -Waalitj HUB
General Manager -Waalitj HUB
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Job Description
About the Waalitj Foundation:
The Waalitj Foundation is a charitable organisation that strives to be a leader in the provision of education business and employment opportunities for First Nations Australians . We aim to influence and inspire the empowerment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people through our diverse work force which is led by our First Nations Australian role models.
The Waalitj Hub is an initiative of the Australian Governments Indigenous Business Sector Strategy which aims to deliver the following services:
- Business Coaching and Mentoring
- Access to Specialist Business Support
- Office Space and Computer Access
- Facilitating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander engagement through connecting with the wider business community
Description
About the Role:
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Aboriginal Leader to take on the role of General Manager Waalitj Hub supporting the growth and sustainability of Aboriginal businesses across Western Australia.
This position reports directly to the CEO on a full-time fixed term position until 30 June 2026 with an opportunity to extend pending extensions to funding agreements.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic and operational leadership of the Hub ensuring alignment with community needs and business objectives.
- Lead mentor and manage a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality support services to Aboriginal businesses.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with Aboriginal communities business owners government stakeholders and industry partners.
- Oversee day-to-day operations including budgeting reporting compliance and service delivery.
- Ensure culturally safe inclusive and empowering practices are embedded in all aspects of the Hubs operations.
Skills And Experiences
A bit about you
To have success in the role you will be a highly adaptable motivated and innovative leader who enjoys rising to new challenges. You will understand the complexities of working in the not-for-profit sector and be both business savvy and people focussed. You will also have:
- Tertiary qualifications/professional qualifications in a discipline related to Business Legal or relevant field
- Minimum 10 years experience in senior leadership position
- Identify as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person (This is a genuine occupational requirement under Section 50D of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984).
- Proven experience in business management economic development or enterprise support.
- Demonstrated leadership and team management skills.
- Strong community engagement and stakeholder relationship-building capabilities.
- Excellent communication organisational and problem-solving skills.
- A commitment to Aboriginal self-determination and economic empowerment.
- Will be required to travel to Regional WA and interstate
What We Offer You:
- Flexible working arrangements including a 9-day fortnight
- Access to Cultural and Ceremonial leave
- Work in a culturally safe and supportive environment.
- Competitive salary and professional development opportunities.
- Access to our EAP Wellbeing and Support program
- Salary Packaging option
This position isonly open to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants. The filling of this role is intended to constitute aspecial measure under Section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA).
Application Details:
Please apply with a Cover Letter and Resume addressing the position requirements by July 4 2025. For a confidential discussion please contact Nyasha Mupakaviri P&C Manager at 0/ Email .
NB: Shortlisting may occur prior to closing date.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
