Full Time
Fitzroy, Melbourne
About OTA
Occupational Therapy Australia (OTA) represents and supports the continually evolving occupational therapy profession. Its vision is to support the profession so that people and communities are engaged in occupations that bring meaning and purpose to their lives, fostering health, wellbeing participation, and inclusion
What does the role involve
This newly created position is a key appointment in the context of the organisation’s next phase of growth.
Reporting to and partnering with the CEO, the Chief Operating Officer (COO) will be responsible for driving and optimising the organisation's operational capabilities and effective implementation of the Strategic Plan.
This role will influence outcomes in all areas of operations, including strategy, human resources, finance, IT, risk, compliance and governance, and manage the implementation of key projects to ensure alignment with and successfully deliver organisational goals and objectives.
Whilst this could be a short ‘step-up’ for some, we anticipate your core competency within large associations and leadership of related operational functions, combined with the confidence to hit the ground running
What responsibilities form part of this role?
Why you should work with us
You will work with a team of talented and passionate people, striving to continually evolve the occupational therapy profession. OTA offers its staff a professionally satisfying, rewarding and flexible working environment.
This is an opportunity to drive real change, shape the future of our operations and work in an environment that values innovation, collaboration and personal growth.
Specific skills/qualifications needed
Whether you're an active job seeker, scanning the market for the right opportunity, or ready to take your next professional career step, do not hesitate to reach out via submission of a one-page Expression of Interest and CV. For further discussion, please reach out to Hayley Meaden on 0420 941 682.
OTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.
We encourage applications from all backgrounds, ages, and gender, as well as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, those who identify as LGBTIQ+, and people with a disability.
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