Job Summary
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- Job posted on: 23rd Jun 2020
Galiwin'ku Women's Space Inc. (GWS) is a Yolngu run organisation established by a passionate group of women from Galiwin'ku working towards a solution to domestic and family violence in Galiwin'ku Community, North East Arnhem Land.
The organisation operates with a two worlds approach by combining the skills and knowledge of both societies, Yolngu and non-Indigenous.
GWS 's vision is to stop the cycle of violence in Galiwin'ku through the provision of crisis management and prevention services, including Crisis Accommodation, that strengthen culture and empower families.
GWS is the only organisation focusing primarily on domestic and family violence in the community and are pioneers in developing a unique service model for addressing this community need.
The operations manager will guide the organisation through a transition period from service establishment to service delivery, led by the GWS management committee and board of local members.
This is the first time the Galiwin'ku Community has had a family violence and crisis accommodation service and this period of growth requires an operations manager with experience in family violence service delivery and an understanding of Yolngu culture and remote living.
The key responsibilities are:
This position is located in the remote Yolngu community of Galiwin'ku on Elcho Island in North East Arnhem Land, NT.
Living in Galwin'ku provides a once in a lifetime opportunity to immerse yourself in the culture and lifestyle of Yolngu people.
Due to the limited amount of accommodation, it is preferred if you have your own accommodation, however travel and living arrangements will be discussed upon interview.
Please email any questions about the role and location to [email protected] using the subject line: Operations Manager - Galiwin'ku enquiry via EthicalJobs.