Address- Choice of office location - You can be based in picturesque Wonnarua Country, in the Hunter region or in vibrant Gadigal Country, in Redfern.
- Flexible working arrangements available, including a nine-day fortnight.
- Regional travel is a requirement of this role.
About Us:
Established nearly two decades ago, the NSW Indigenous Chamber of Commerce Inc. (NSWICC) was Australia’s first peak representative body for Indigenous business. We are an independent, non-government funded and self-sustained, Indigenous-led organisation, representing 500+ majority-owned, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander enterprises. The NSWICC has established a ‘One Stop Shop’ model and suite of services, where Indigenous business owners, government and industry come together to build, develop and grow the Indigenous business sector.
The Opportunity:
Our Business Development Manager role acts as a trusted advisor and key conduit to government and industry partners, to foster introductions and sustainable opportunities for Indigenous businesses to engage within their supply chains. The role will support the development of proactive strategies, programs, and events for NSWICC members and partners to engage and develop together.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage a portfolio of current and prospective partnerships.
- Facilitate and broker business introductions and opportunities.
- Provide strategic advice and key program delivery support.
- Represent the organisation and wider sector at industry events.
- Uphold the NSWICC's vision, mission and values in all interactions.
About You:
A passionate advocate for the development of a prosperous and sustainable Indigenous business sector.
To be considered you will need:
- Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent work experience in a relevant area such as Business Development, key account/relationship management and Indigenous engagement.
- Demonstrated ability to proactively identify, build and develop business relationships within government, industry and community settings.
- Demonstrated ability to build trust and maintain strong professional and collaborative working relationships across a wide range of stakeholders.
- Experience leading social impact, enterprise development or related programs within Indigenous communities, is highly desirable.
- Demonstrated understanding of procurement, specifically supplier diversity, is highly desirable.
- An aptitude for public speaking, facilitating and presenting.
Join Our Team:
For more information about the role, please contact our recruitment panel, by email: *********@nswicc.com.au
To apply, please provide a current resume and a cover letter describing what attracted you to this role and what makes you a strong candidate, either directly through this advertisement or by email: *********@nswicc.com.au
The NSWICC encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with a disability, people with caring responsibilities, mature age workers, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and LGBTIQA+ people.
Please note that applications will be assessed as they are received, and interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date.
The NSWICC acknowledges the Traditional People of the lands we visit and recognise their continuing connection to the land and water, to the dreaming and all living things. We pay our respects to Ancestors, and the Elders, past, present and future, whose strength and guidance continually nurture us. We pay tribute to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leadership within our communities, within business, and amongst our youth.
