Job Description

Deputy Chief Executive Officer (50D Identified)

Executive Leadership Opportunity | Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service Aboriginal Corporation (DYHS)

Location: Perth, Western Australia

Lead. Inspire. Transform.

Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service Aboriginal Corporation (DYHS) is one of Western Australia's largest Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations, delivering high-quality, culturally safe primary health care and wellbeing services to Aboriginal people across the Perth metropolitan region.

We are seeking an exceptional Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander leader to join our Executive Leadership Team as our Deputy Chief Executive Officer (Deputy CEO)

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, this pivotal executive role will drive organisational excellence, operational performance, strategic growth and innovation while supporting DYHS in delivering better health outcomes for Aboriginal communities.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an accomplished executive who is passionate about Aboriginal health, community leadership and creating lasting impact.

About the Role

As the Deputy CEO, you will act as the CEO's principal deputy, providing strategic leadership across operational, corporate and governance functions while ensuring the successful delivery of DYHS's strategic priorities.

You will:

• Provide executive leadership across organisational operations and corporate services.
• Lead strategic planning, organisational transformation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Partner with Executive Managers and clinical leaders to strengthen service delivery and organisational performance.
• Drive innovation, operational excellence and sustainable growth.
• Oversee governance, risk management, compliance and organisational accountability.
• Foster strong relationships with Aboriginal communities, government agencies, funding bodies and key stakeholders.
• Provide executive leadership across ICT, facilities, assets and organisational infrastructure.
• Act on behalf of the CEO when required and provide leadership continuity across the organisation.

About You

You are a highly respected executive leader with a proven ability to lead complex organisations through growth, change and innovation.

To be successful, you will bring:

• Extensive executive leadership experience as a CEO, Deputy CEO, COO or Executive Director within healthcare, community services, government, not-for-profit or Aboriginal Community Controlled sectors.
• Demonstrated experience leading large operational portfolios and improving organisational performance.
• Strong understanding of governance, strategic planning, healthcare compliance and accreditation.
• Outstanding leadership, communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proven experience in financial management, operational planning and organisational development.
• A commitment to culturally safe leadership and improving Aboriginal health outcomes.
• Tertiary qualifications in business, health, community services or a related discipline (postgraduate qualifications highly regarded).

Essential Requirements

This is an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Identified Position in accordance with Section 50D of the Equal Opportunity Act

Applicants must also possess:

• Current National Police Clearance (or willingness to obtain).
• Current Western Australian Driver's Licence.
• Ability to travel across DYHS clinic locations.
• Successful pre-employment health assessment.

Why Join DYHS?

At DYHS, you'll become part of an organisation making a genuine difference to Aboriginal health and wellbeing every day.

We offer:

• Executive remuneration package.
• Opportunity to influence the strategic direction of a leading Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation.
• Supportive and values-driven Executive Leadership Team.
• Professional development and leadership opportunities.
• A rewarding role that creates lasting impact for Aboriginal communities across Perth.

How to Apply: Please apply through SEEK, applications must include:

- Current Resume including current contact details; and

- Cover letter addressing the selection criteria (given as 'About You') outlining your suitability for the role.

Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service Aboriginal Corporation is an equal opportunity institution, providing educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, colour, gender, age, or disability.

Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service reserves the right to contact the current or most recent employer and evaluate past employment records of applicants selected for interview.

The organisation reserves the right to re-advertise the position or to delay final selection if it is deemed that applicants for the position do not constitute an adequate applicant pool.

Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service Aboriginal Corporation is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.