Achieving a healthy, wealthy
and culturally strong MG
community
Yawoorroong Miriuwung Gajerrong Yirrgeb
Noong Dawang Aboriginal Corporation
(MG Corp) ABN 79 270 210 553
P.O. Box 2110, 19 Chestnut Avenue, Kununurra, W.A. 6743,
0891664800
APPLICATION PACKAGE
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Dear Sir/Madam
Thank you for your interest in the position of Chief Executive Officer of Yawoorroong Miriuwung
Gajerrong Yirrgeb Noong Dawang Aboriginal Corporation (MG Corp)
For your information the following documents are enclosed:
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Position Description (including Selection Criteria)
Guide for job applicants
In your application
Please ensure all information and attachments are provided. As a minimum it is expected that you will
provide:
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Response to selection criteria
Referee details
Resume or curriculum vitae
Any other documents that you consider would enhance your application e.g. qualifications,
certificates, etc.
Your application must be submitted by 5pm (WST) Tuesday 30 September 2014.
If mailing mark the envelope “CONFIDENTIAL” and send your application to:
Sue Griffin
Custom People Solutions Pty Ltd
PO BOX 5607
PERTH WA 6831
If emailing please send your application to: sue@custompeoplesolutions.com.au
Should you require any further information regarding the position, please contact Sue Griffin on mobile
telephone 0407 002 636 or sue@custompeoplesolutions.com.au
Yours sincerely
Des Hill
Chairperson
MG Corporation Board
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JOB ADVERTISEMENT
MG Corporation
Chief Executive Officer
Located in Kununurra and representing the interests of the traditional owners of the surrounding areas, the Miriuwung and
Gajerrong (MG) peoples, MG Corporation is the leading Aboriginal organisation in the East Kimberley. MG Corporation is
committed to achieving a healthy, wealthy and culturally strong MG community through the protection of native title rights as
well as the promotion of economic and cultural prosperity for these traditional owners.
MG Corporation is seeking an experienced, inspirational and resilient leader with the ability to think strategically, develop
creative solutions and adapt rapidly to solve challenges for the organisation.
The successful applicant will have proven
business development capabilities and be an outstanding communicator who is able to build and maintain strong relationships
with government, business, the community and other stakeholders. People who have an Aboriginal background are strongly
encouraged to apply.
A remuneration salary package with generous salary sacrifice options will be negotiated with the
successful applicant.
For an application pack and information on MG Corporation please contact, Mary Marshall at m.marshall@mgcorp.com.au. To discuss
any aspect of the role, please contact Sue Griffin on 0407002636.
Applications must be submitted by 5pm AWST Tuesday 30 September 2014
www.mgcorp.com.au
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POSITION DESCRIPTION
Chief Executive Officer MG Corporation
Located in Kununurra and representing the interests of the traditional owners of the surrounding
areas; the Miriuwung and Gajerrong (MG) peoples, MG Corporation (MGC) is the leading
Aboriginal organisation in the East Kimberley. MGC is committed to achieving a healthy, wealthy
and culturally strong MG community through the protection of native title rights and the
promotion of economic and cultural prosperity for these traditional owners.
In order to achieve these commitments, MG people have established a complex governance
structure comprising MGC itself, three subsidiary trustee companies and two prescribed bodies
corporate, as well a number of joint management bodies and government partnerships. The
representative nature of MGC is shaped by a traditional cultural structure, with members of each
Dawang (traditional land area) group participating at all governance levels.
As part of its succession planning, MGC is seeking an experienced, inspirational and resilient leader
with the ability to think strategically, develop creative solutions and adapt rapidly. This is an
exciting and dynamic opportunity. Successful applicants with proven business development
capabilities who are outstanding communicators and have demonstrated experience in building
and maintaining strong relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders are encouraged to apply.
Position:
Chief Executive Officer
Position Purpose:
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO provides operational and strategic
leadership for MG Corporation. The CEO will work closely with the Board to
ensure the continuing success of the Corporation through the provision and
development of strong strategic goals, tactical and operational direction, which are
clearly aligned and communicated.
Responsible for:
The CEO is responsible for leading the organisation and providing the Board with
high-level advice on operations, policy and planning. Additionally, the CEO is
responsible for the day-to-day management, administration and legal compliance of
the Corporation in accordance with the strategic plan approved by the Dawang
Council, the Annual Operational Plan approved by the Board of Directors and
otherwise at the specific direction of the Board of Directors.
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Key functions
&
accountabilities
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Work with, and gain direction, from the MG Corporation Board of Directors to
ensure:
o compliance to the constitution, legal frameworks, rule books and trust
deeds;
o that resolutions are made in accordance with the strategic direction of the
Corporation; and
o that appropriate relationships are fostered and communication channels
are strong throughout the MG community.
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In conjunction with, and taking direction from, the MG Board, provide
leadership in setting the mission, vision, principles, values, strategic plan and
annual operating plan of MG Corporation.
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Be a community leader and ensure that MG Corporation contributes to the
well-being and improvement of the communities in which it operates.
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Maintain and develop communication channels that enhance the dissemination
of information from the MG Board through the Corporation and its related
entities and vice versa.
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Set the ethical tone for MG Corporation and its management, including:
o overseeing the administration, implementation of, and compliance with,
MG Corporation’s policies and procedures;
o ensuring all governance and accountability requirements are met across the
Corporation and the Corporation’s related entities; and
o effectively creating a culture of integrity throughout the organisation.
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Serve as the promoter and principal liaison for MG Corporation, including
effectively managing relations with MG Corporation’s external stakeholders,
such as MG peoples, the communities in which MG Corporation operates,
customers, creditors, suppliers, the media, governments, non-government
organisations and the public generally.
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Provide general supervision and management of the day-to-day affairs of MG
Corporation in accordance to the strategic direction of the Corporation and
within the guidelines established by the Board.
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Oversee the effective management and acquittal of multi-faceted funding
streams from Commonwealth and State Governments.
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Determine the strategic direction and gain funding to ensure the sustainability
of the Corporation and the development of opportunities for the MG
community.
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Comply with and demonstrate a positive commitment to a high level in equal
opportunity, occupational health & safety and MG Corporation values.
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Any other duties as required by the Board of Directors.
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Selection Criteria
Essential selection criteria
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Proven successful leadership experience at Chief Executive Officer level, or similar.
Excellent communication, influencing and negotiations skills including a demonstrated ability to
engage and build strong relationships with representatives of community, government, the
business community and other stakeholders.
Sophisticated and proven capability to manage and administer Board and organisational
governance including compliance with ASIC and ORIC.
Strong business acumen with proven ability to identify, develop and build business opportunities.
Demonstrated ability to clearly identify and source funding streams that are relevant and conform
to the strategic direction of the Corporation.
Demonstrated high-level capability to develop and deliver short and long-term strategic plans and
budgets that clearly articulate the strategic direction of the Corporation to all stakeholders.
Excellent conflict management skills, recognising the high degree of conflict of interest that may
arise in a community based organisation.
Demonstrated capability in leading, managing and motivating a diverse workforce.
Knowledge of Aboriginal culture and the issues facing Aboriginal communities with an ability to
empower individuals and communities.
Desirable selection criteria
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A sound understanding of the legislative requirements of ORIC and ASIC.
Tertiary qualifications or equivalent in Management, Business, Law, Accounting or similar.
Employer:
Yawoorroong Miriuwung Gajerrong Yirrgeb Noong Dawang Aboriginal
Corporation (MG Corporation)
Location:
MG Corporation, 19 Chestnut Avenue, Kununurra, Western Australia
Employment Status:
Full-Time
Salary:
To be negotiated
Enquiries,
information &
applications to:
Sue Griffin, PO Box 5607, PERTH WA 6831 or sue@custompeoplesolutions.com.au
By 5pm Tuesday 30 September 2014.
Position reports to:
MG Corporation Board of Directors
Endorsement of
Position
Description:
MG Corporation Board of Directors, 11 August 2014
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REFEREE CONTACT DETAILS
Name:
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Title:
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Organisation:
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Contact phone:
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Contact email:
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Relationship
with referee:
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Name:
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Title:
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Organisation:
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Contact phone:
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Contact email:
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Relationship
with referee:
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Guide for job applicants
The suitability of applicants is assessed using a competitive selection process. MG Corporation is committed
to maintaining equity and fairness in recruitment and selection processes and recognises merit as the primary
basis for selection. Merit is determined through an assessment of a person’s abilities, qualifications, experience,
standard of work performance and qualities relevant to the performance of the duties of the position.
Steps in the process
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Address the selection criteria
Compile your resume, setting out your particular skills and attributes.
To enable the Selection Panel to give every consideration to your application you will need to attach details
regarding the following areas:
Claim for position
addressing the
selection criteria
It is essential that in your application you address each selection criterion outlining
your relevant skills, capabilities, experience and qualifications and using relevant
examples from your work or community roles to demonstrate your ability to meet
each criterion. If any criterion is not addressed, or insufficiently addressed, your
application may not receive further consideration.
Additional
Information
Give details of any additional skills, qualifications, interests, activities, or any other
matters, which may assist your claim for the position you seek.
You may include:
Languages; short courses; social/sporting interests; computer/technical skills; union
membership; driver’s licence; community activities.
Education
Give details of any school, university or college qualifications and studies
completed or being undertaken relevant to the position. Show the institution, years
attended and results.
Referees
Include the names and telephone numbers (during business hours) of at least two
(2) referees who can comment on your previous employment.
Referees will be asked to provide information on your past employment and work
performance relevant to the selection criteria for this position.
Current resume
Provide a current resume.
Closing Date
Applications must be received by 5pm Western Standard Time on Tuesday 30 September 2014.
All
applications will be acknowledged by email. Please ensure you include an email address with your
application.
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Recruitment and Selection Process
Interview and Assessment
All applications will be acknowledged on receipt – this will be done via email. Please ensure you include an
email address if your application is not submitted via email.
After initial shortlisting against the selection criteria, brief screening interviews will be conducted by
telephone.
A shortlist will then be presented to the Chair of the Board who will further shortlist with the Board and
Dawang Council.
These shortlisted applicants will be asked to take part in a psychometric assessment.
Interviews will take place in Kununurra from late October 2014 onwards. At this time the candidates will be
asked to make a strategic presentation to the Dawang Council and will be interviewed by the MG Corporation
Board.
If you would like more information on the recruitment and selection process, please contact Sue Griffin on
0407 002 636 or sue@custompeoplesolutions.com.au
Employment is subject to:
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The applicant being an Australian citizen or having the status of permanent resident in Australia.
The applicant providing proof of identity and any other necessary documentation.
A National Police Clearance.
Confirmation that the prospective applicant is not disqualified from managing Corporations in
accordance with the Aboriginal (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander) Act 2006 (CATSI Act) and/or
the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC).
Feedback
You will be advised in writing of the result of your application after the selection process is completed,
normally within 3 weeks of interviews being conducted. If you are short-listed, you will be offered the
opportunity to receive feedback on your assessment. All applicants will be advised regarding the success of
their application at the completion of the process. If your application is successful a recruitment selection
panel representative will contact you and offer the position to you.
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