Chief Executive Officer

Chief Executive Officer | MacDonnell Regional Council | NT

• Develop a shared vision and future strategy to shape the future of the region.
• Lead services for a vast geographic region the size of Victoria.
• Enjoy a desert lifestyle and all the region has to offer.

The MacDonnell Regional Council in the Northern Territory services an area of 268,329 square kilometres (the size of Victoria) and has an estimated population of 7,000 people. MacDonnell Regional Council is one of nine local councils in the NT and borders South Australia, Western Australia and Queensland. Alice Springs and Yulara are enclaves within the Local Government Area.

MacDonnell Regional Council is divided into four wards which are governed by 12 councillors and a President (Mayor). Council has offices in Alice Springs and all 13 communities and employs close to 400 staff with 80% of staff being indigenous.

The President (Mayor) and Elected Members will ask their new Chief Executive Officer to lead a council that is highly connected to its community and is focused on the community’s future and present needs. Council is seeking a leader who will assist them to develop and articulate a shared vision and strategy for the future of the region, delivered through structured, meaningful community engagement.

The mission of Council is many voices, one dream, building a quality desert lifestyle.

Key priorities for the region include:

• The provision of community facilities, housing, aged care, early learning services and road upgrades.
• Increasing employment opportunities for Aboriginal people.
• The engagement of youth through diversion programs.

Council is seeking an experienced local government executive who is culturally aware, has an inclusive leadership style and intimate understanding of the region and the opportunities and challenges it faces.

For a detailed Briefing Pack or to apply for this role, please visit www.leadingroles.com.au for a confidential discussion, contact Belinda Walker on 0411 449 447.

Applications will close at 5pm, Monday 19 June 2023.