Executive Manager Grants, Governance & Compliance
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.
Our main services are based in Wellington and Dubbo, and we provide outreach services to other towns and communities through our regional programs.
About the role:
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Executive Manager Grants, Governance & Compliance to lead WACHS' governance, risk, compliance and grant management functions.
This is a senior leadership role where you will work closely with the CEO, Board and Executive Leadership Team to:
Strengthen organisational governance and accountability
Manage risk, compliance and accreditation requirements
Drive funding growth and sustainability
Support quality assurance and continuous improvement
Lead a high-performing and culturally safe team
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.
Key Responsibilities:
Contribute to organisational strategy as an active member of the Executive Leadership Team
Provide high-level advice to the CEO and Board on governance, risk and compliance matters
Lead and maintain governance, risk management and compliance frameworks
Support Board and Committee reporting, governance calendars and statutory compliance
Oversee internal audits, compliance reviews, incident management and risk mitigation strategies
Lead accreditation processes, Quality Management Systems and continuous improvement initiatives
Manage the end-to-end grant lifecycle,



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