We are seeking highly motivated applicants for the position of: General Manager.  

• This position reports directly to the DAS board
• Renumeration package includes salary sacrifice
• 5 weeks annual leave, and additional week off during end of year closure. 
• Salary: Level 7.1-7.3 SCHADS award

A wonderful opportunity exists to lead a rights-based, community advocacy and support service for people with disabilities, their carers and families. 

We are looking for a person with a strong commitment to social justice to lead the day-to day operations of our organisation supporting both self and systemic advocacy.

about us

Disability Advocacy Service (DAS) is a small, community based, Incorporated Association providing advocacy and support services to people with disabilities in Alice Springs and the Barkly regions. DAS operates from a best practice and client focused model. As a not-for-profit community organisation, DAS offers a free, confidential advocacy service to persons and families with a disability, supporting and enabling clients to exercise their own rights in accordance with the NT Disability Advocacy Standards.

about you

The successful candidate will have relevant qualifications, experience in managing all aspects of a community based organisation as well as an understanding of advocacy needs of  people with disabilities in Central Australia. Skills and experience in promoting a culture of collaboration, developing positive relationships with stakeholders and corporate management are essential. 

The General Manager will oversee the operational outcomes for all program areas to achieve quality results for people with a disability ensuring compliance with relevant legislation. The position will also provide strategic direction through the implementation of the strategic and business plans. Travel to the DAS office in Tennant Creek  throughout the year is a  requirement.

selection criteria

Selection Criteria:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or extensive experience in providing leadership within the community services sector, human resource management, project management, or disability services.
• A demonstrated commitment to social justice principles, and an awareness of issues relevant to people with a disability, carers, and their families especially in Central Australia and Barkly regions.
• Experience working in a diverse, multi-cultural environment and an understanding of the impacts of Australia’s history of colonisation. 
• Analytical and communication skills and the ability to develop and implement strategies and policy.
• Experience in managing and developing the operations of a service-driven organisation which include working with a Board, strategic planning, financial management, staff management and development, risk management, reporting and acquittal to funders and business development. 
• Extensive experience in case management, advocacy and a thorough understanding of duty of care responsibilities and procedures.
• Extensive liaison experience with government departments, non-government organisations and members of the community. Skills in establishing and maintaining networks. 
• Well-developed writing and computer skills including the ability to master data collection systems, maintain client related documentation and produce timely good quality internal and external reports.

For more information and position description please email [email protected], using the subject line: General Manager - Alice Springs enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Please see the attached Position Description for a complete outline of the role.

People with disability are strongly encouraged to apply.