Make a difference in the Kimberley!

Boab Health and Community Services Ltd (Boab Health) is offering an incredible opportunity to lead and grow a respected, values-driven primary health care organisation serving one of Australia’s most culturally rich and geographically unique regions.

If you're keen to pair strategic leadership with social impact—and you thrive in dynamic, community-based settings—this role offers challenge, purpose and reward in equal measure.

What makes us different?

Boab Health is a trusted, not-for-profit organisation with a 25-year commitment of reliably delivering multidisciplinary, culturally respectful health care across the Kimberley. What sets us apart is our strong values, deep community connections, and our holistic, person-centred approach to service delivery.

You’ll be based in either Broome or Kununurra, with regular travel across the Kimberley region—both locations offering unique lifestyle experiences and a strong sense of community.

Broome – Coastal culture meets community spirit

Imagine starting your day with a walk along Cable Beach, working in a role that makes a difference, and unwinding as the sun sets over the Indian Ocean. Broome offers an exceptional lifestyle—where rich Aboriginal culture, coastal beauty, and a strong sense of community combine.

Located in the northwest of Western Australia, Broome is a vibrant regional centre with a population of around 15,000. Known for its multiculturalism, stunning natural landscapes and laid-back feel, Broome offers a balance of professional opportunity and personal wellbeing. The town is well serviced with schools, cafes, shops and a regional hospital, while also being home to dynamic local arts, markets, and events.

Broome’s unique blend of cultures and active outdoor lifestyle make it a welcoming place for individuals and families alike.

Kununurra – Adventure, Connection and Community

Now imagine waking up surrounded by ancient ranges, freshwater gorges and wide Kimberley skies. Kununurra is the gateway to the East Kimberley and a close-knit community where nature, purpose, and opportunity come together.

With a population of around 5,000, Kununurra is a regional hub with strong community connections and a spirit of innovation. You’ll find everything you need—from schools and health services to arts, culture and sport—set within one of Australia’s most awe-inspiring natural environments.

Known for its adventurous spirit, Kununurra is a place where professionals, families and creatives alike thrive on connection—to each other, to Country, and to the values that underpin a meaningful career in remote health and community service.

What you’ll be doing?

The Chief Executive Officer leads Boab Health with strategic and values-driven oversight, managing day-to-day operations while delivering on the organisation’s mission and strategic priorities set by the Board. The role is responsible for driving innovation, fostering partnerships, leading change, and ensuring culturally responsive service delivery across the Kimberley. As a visible and collaborative leader, the CEO nurtures a positive, inclusive organisational culture that supports staff wellbeing, team performance and community impact.

This position works with a strong Leadership Team consisting of an Executive Manager of Clinical Services and Executive Manager of Operations, Business Development Manager, and two Regional Managers, one based in Broome and the other in Kununurra.

What we’re looking for?

Your unique strengths and experiences are what we value most. We are searching for individuals who can meet most of the following:

Proven success in a senior executive leadership role, ideally with demonstrable relevance to the health or not-for-profit sectors.

Demonstrated capability in business development and leading people through complex change.

High proficiency in building and sustaining strong relationships with stakeholders and community.

Demonstrable experience in corporate and financial management, including oversight of contracts, budgets and operational performance.

Highly developed interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills, including management of staff across multiple locations.

Capability to provide and execute a high level of corporate governance, compliance, risk management and quality assurance frameworks relevant to a not-for-profit health organisation

Tertiary qualifications in health, business, management or a related field, and/or extensive experience in senior management roles within the primary health care sector (desirable).

Sound understanding of primary health care models and the social determinants of health (desirable).

Understanding and appreciation of life and business contexts in regional, remote and isolated communities (desirable).

Successful applicants will also need a satisfactory national police check, Australian working rights, a current C-class driver’s licence, and a willingness to travel regularly, including by light aircraft, watercraft and 4WD.

Why work with us?

Boab Health Services is a values-based registered charity, with a positive team culture that is committed to creating a supportive, collaborative, and healthy workplace.

CEO total remuneration package up to $250,000 per annum, including:

Salary commensurate to candidate calibre

Extensive salary packaging benefits (up to $30,000 per annum)

Superannuation

District allowance of $5,200 per annum

Access to a fleet vehicle, upon availability

6 weeks annual leave, plus additional wellness leave and benefits

Up to $4,000 professional development budget and additional supported leave

Relocation assistance up to $15,000, plus temporary housing is available for a limited time to support your move to the Kimberley.

Have more questions?

Contact Tara Roopra at Talenting (our Recruitment Partners) on 08 6219 7102 or via email at [email protected] for a confidential conversation.

For the full job description and more information about working with us, visit the Careers page on our website www.boabhealth.com.au.

To apply

Please submit

A brief cover letter of no more than 2-3 pages addressing the selection criteria and outlining why you are the best person for the role.

A resume including your contact details, education, previous work and the names of at least two current referees.

Applications close by 9.00am, Tuesday 10th June 2025. Early applications are strongly encouraged as interviews may commence prior to the closing date.

Please note: The selection process may involve multiple interviews, completion of a work sample, psychometric assessment, and reference and compliance checks prior to appointment.

Boab Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and encourage diversity within our workforce.