• Be part of a purpose driven organisation that benefits people and planet
• Be instrumental in nurturing systems and building a performance culture

Do you want to be part of bettering the lives of people whilst caring for the planet? In this role you can put your talents into leadership and performance improvement of the organisation, to deliver jobs that care for people and the planet, a mission worth committing to.

We are seeking a COO who will deliver strong transformational leadership of our systems, procedures, and people, who will drive improvements in efficiency, internal competencies, and performance culture. The position requires an influential leader who will work with the Executive and General Management Leadership Team to support the strategic direction of the organisation.

This is a newly created full-time opportunity will report to the CEO and is a key member of the Executive Leadership Team. There is some requirement to travel that may include interstate and overnight stays. The role will be Sydney based.

About us

Community Resources is a national Not-for-Profit organisation that operates some of the largest social and community enterprises across Australia. Last year we employed 684 people, 77% of them experiencing barriers to employment.

We keep waste out of landfill, we grow and distribute fair food, and we provide community service to those who need it most.

OUR VISION

Thriving communities that value people, planet, and the Traditional Owners of the land.

OUR MISSION

Create jobs that care for people and planet.

About You

• Significant relevant management and operational experience coupled with suitable qualifications.
• Financial management/reporting and analysis skills, including development and implementation of financial and commercial plans, and budgets to support the strategic plan.
• Experience with development and improvement of internal systems and processes, coupled with culture change and performance improvement.
• Experience in working to develop a high-quality strategic plan and a demonstrated capability in the effective implementation of strategic and operational plans.
• An inspiring and visionary leadership style that will motivate all stakeholders including staff, the Board, community partners, funders, those with barriers to employment, and the local communities more broadly, including strong skills in change management and people management.
• A genuine commitment to people and the planet through employment and community development.
• A demonstration of and commitment to governance excellence.
• A commitment to Community Resources work, through ensuring its enterprises are both high quality and high value.
• A commitment to developing Aboriginal leadership.
• The ability to represent Community Resources as a capable and inspiring leader.

For more information and how to apply

For more information about this opportunity and a confidential discussion please contact Anthony Rohr on 0439 387 320.

To apply, send us a copy of your resume and a covering letter, making sure that you address how you meet the details in the ‘About You’ section above. The Position Description is available to download below.

We are ready for someone to start in this role now, so will be reviewing applications as they come in.

The successful candidate will need to undertake probity checks as necessary for the role.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with different abilities, and people re-entering the workforce. We are an organisation that acknowledges systemic disadvantage and discrimination exist, and one that values diverse experience.

Find out more about us by visiting www.communityresources.org.au.