The Northern Territory AIDS and Hepatitis Council (NTAHC) is seeking applications from a suitably qualified and experienced individual to drive our organisation’s programs and services in Central Australia.

We are a non-profit organisation providing a diverse range of services to the community which include HIV and Hepatitis support, information and education; a Harm Reduction Program; a Sex Workers Outreach Program (SWOPNT); Community education and Trainings; Health Promotion; an LGBTI Living Well program.

The successful applicant for the Central Australian based Operational Manager position will be responsible for Human Resource management, Strategic Management Alice Springs Programs, Workforce development and education delivery, Service Administration and Development, and Stakeholder engagement and advocacy.

Position Aims:

To co-ordinate, manage and to facilitate the strategic growth of NTAHC programs delivered across Central Australia.

Selection Criteria:

To competently perform in this position, the person needs to possess the following knowledge, skills and experience. Appointment will be based on experience, merit and ability to meet criteria as outlined below.

Essential:

1. Qualifications or experience in management, health promotion, or social sciences
2. Proven staff management and supervision, including experience in staff work-plan and project management
3. Experience in developing, implementing and reviewing organisational policies and procedures
4. Demonstrated experience in the development, implementation and evaluation of health promotion or community development activities
5. Proven experience in delivering and evaluating high quality client centred case management services
6. Demonstrated competency in writing successful grant applications and tendering for funding
7. Understanding and knowledge of NTAHCs priority populations and communities and health issues
8. Experience in consultation and collaboration with relevant NT government and community organisations, and the development of partnerships with relevant stakeholders
9. Highly developed communication skills including: written and verbal skills; interpersonal skills; and computer competencies, such as the applicability of the Microsoft Office suite to effectively communicate
10. Current NT Drivers Licence

Desirable:

1. Being a person of lived experience or experience engaging and working with people from one of NTAHCs priority populations
2. A masters or postgraduate degree in a field related to Health, Management, Community Development, Communications or similar

An attractive remuneration package is available including salary packaging. Relocation support is offered to a suitable applicant.

For enquiries, contact the Executive Director, Genevieve Dally on [email protected] using the subject line: Operational Manager - Alice Springs enquiry via EthicalJobs OR (08) 8944 7777.

A position description is attached.