Application Deadline: Wednesday 25 June 2025

About the Organisation

Pika Wiya Health Service Aboriginal Corporation (PWHSAC) is an exciting Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service which offers comprehensive primary health care, mental health, social support, that addresses preventative, promotive and curative aspects of health, which encourages our community to achieve greater dignity and quality of life equal with all Australians.

We offer health and wellbeing services to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in Port Augusta and the surrounding catchment area, with clinics located at Dartmouth Street, Port Augusta, Davenport, Copley and Nepabunna.

Position Summary

The position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is responsible for the strategic leadership and management of the organisation in accordance with the Mission, Strategic Plans and Action Plans of Pika Wiya Health Service Aboriginal Corporation (PWHSAC).

The focus of this position is to provide high level strategic advice and analysis to the Board of Directors for the development and management of key initiatives and programs.

It includes developing and maintaining links with other relevant government and non-government organisations to achieve positive health outcomes for the Aboriginal Community.

The CEO:

Is responsible to the PWHSAC Board of Directors;

Works closely with senior representatives of funding bodies, other organisations and government;

Engages in consultation with the Aboriginal community and representatives; and

Is responsible and accountable for the strategic management of PWHSAC and delivering in accordance with the funding bodies service agreements.

Key Accountabilities

Include:

Responsible for the strategic leadership and management of PWHSAC

Responsible for the effective financial and administrative management of PWHSAC

Ensuring the effective management and oversight of the Human Resources (HR) function

Ensuring the provision, maintenance and enhancement of quality services

Ensuring the effective management of PWHSAC’s physical resources

Essential Characteristics/Requirements

Education/Qualifications

Tertiary (formal) qualification in a suitable field, including, but not limited to, business management, finance, health administration, primary health care, or similar; and

Five or more years proven senior management experience in a CEO role or similar overseeing operations of a medium/large organisation, ideally a health organisation.

Experience

Proven experience in:

Strategic planning, action planning, policy development and implementation;

Establishing financial policies, procedures and systems;

Developing, implementing and monitoring strategic activities, in consultation with a Board of Directors and/or CEOs or funding bodies with decision making authority;

Working with Aboriginal people, organisations and communities;

Dealing and negotiating with people at high levels in government and non-government organisations; and

Effectively managing financial and human resources.

Knowledge

Strong understanding of:

Social issues surrounding primary health care principles;

Aboriginal primary health care, health systems, practices, approaches and methodologies;

Working directly with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities in the context of community controlled health services; and

The principles and practices associated with Work Health and Safety, Injury Management, Equal Employment Opportunity, and Industrial Relations legislation.

Personal Skills/Abilities

Demonstrated:

Leadership, coordination and management skills in relation to staffing, team building and problem solving;

Ability to communicate effectively with Aboriginal people in a way which displays empathy and cultural understanding and sensitivity;

Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to develop, implement and evaluate services/programs that are flexible, creative and responsive to the needs of Aboriginal peoples and communities;

Effective oral and written communication skills; and

Ability to plan, organise, manage and administer significant projects, and work at both senior management level and with Aboriginal clients to achieve successful outcomes.

Desirable Characteristics/Requirements

Experience:

Proven experience in providing services and/or working with Aboriginal communities.

Knowledge:

Strong understanding of:

The significance of current government Aboriginal health policies, health strategies and initiatives and their implications; and

Contemporary approaches to health care delivery.

Special Conditions

Include:

Appointment to the CEO position is subject to a satisfactory National Police/Criminal Record Check and any other relevant background checks determined by area of work, obtained through the Screening Unit, Department for Communities and Social Inclusion (DCSI). All checks are to be renewed every 3 years thereafter from date of issue to enable continuity of employment.

How to apply

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for this opportunity (under section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984).

In order to apply please provide a current resume and cover letter outlining your relevant experience via SEEK.

For a confidential discussion on this role, please contact Frank on 0411 514 453, or email [email protected] . Or please find us at www.3emus.com.au

Our client is an equal opportunity employer and accordingly, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.