Job Description
Executive Manager Grants, Governance & Compliance
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Wellington Aboriginal Corporation Health Service (WACHS) is an Aboriginal community-controlled health organisation that aims to empower Aboriginal people to take control of their individual, family and community health and wellbeing needs through our clinical and community programs.
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Our main services are based in Wellington and Dubbo, and we provide outreach services to other towns and communities through our regional programs.
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About the role:
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We are seeking an experienced and strategic Executive Manager Grants, Governance & Compliance to lead WACHS' governance, risk, compliance and grant management functions.
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This is a senior leadership role where you will work closely with the CEO, Board and Executive Leadership Team to:
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Strengthen organisational governance and accountability
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Manage risk, compliance and accreditation requirements
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Drive funding growth and sustainability
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Support quality assurance and continuous improvement
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Lead a high-performing and culturally safe team
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You will provide high-level strategic advice, maintain effective governance and assurance systems, and oversee the full grant lifecycle to ensure WACHS meets its regulatory, funding and organisational obligations.
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Key Responsibilities:
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Contribute to organisational strategy as an active member of the Executive Leadership Team
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Provide high-level advice to the CEO and Board on governance, risk and compliance matters
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Lead and maintain governance, risk management and compliance frameworks
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Support Board and Committee reporting, governance calendars and statutory compliance
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Oversee internal audits, compliance reviews, incident management and risk mitigation strategies
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Lead accreditation processes, Quality Management Systems and continuous improvement initiatives
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Manage the end-to-end grant lifecycle,



including identifying funding opportunities, preparing applications, reporting and acquittals
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Identify new funding opportunities and strengthen funding diversification and sustainability
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Maintain organisational policies, document control systems, compliance registers and internal controls
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Build strong relationships with funding bodies, regulators, auditors and key partners
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Lead, mentor and develop the Governance, Compliance and Grants team
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Selection Criteria:
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Minimum five years' experience in governance, compliance, risk or a similar senior role
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Demonstrated executive or senior leadership experience
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Strong knowledge of governance frameworks, risk management and compliance systems
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Experience managing grants, funding agreements, reporting requirements and acquittals
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Proven ability to develop and implement organisational frameworks, policies and procedures
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Experience working effectively with Boards and Committees
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Strong stakeholder engagement, influencing and relationship management skills
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High-level analytical, reporting and decision-making capability
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Relevant tertiary qualification in Governance, Law, Business, Public Health or a related discipline
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Experience within an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation or not-for-profit environment will be highly regarded
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Solid understanding of Aboriginal health, community control and cultural governance principles
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Current Working with Children Check
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National Police Check
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NSW Driver's Licence
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Current COVID-19 vaccination, with a minimum of two doses
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Company car provided
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A competitive salary and generous not-for-profit salary packaging
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The opportunity to hold a key leadership role within an enthusiastic and dedicated Aboriginal community-controlled organisation
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We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply and bring their unique perspectives to our team.

📌 Executive Manager Grants, Governance & Compliance (Dubbo)
🏢 Wellington Aboriginal Corporation Health Service
📍 Dubbo