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Executive Officer, Fairfield Meals on Wheels Inc

Permanent/Full time (38 hours per week)
Grade 6 Year 1 (SACS Award) $60,555/year

Fairfield Meals on Wheels Inc. invites applications for the permanent position of Executive Officer, this is a great opportunity to guide Fairfield Meals on Wheels Inc to provide a high quality food service that is relevant, responsive and valued by the community.

The position is funded by Ageing Disability and Home Care, Human Services of NSW, through the HACC Program.

The Executive Officer will with the support of management committee, staff, volunteers and key stakeholders:

• Provide the overall direction, co-ordination and efficient management of Fairfield Meals on Wheels Inc, ensuring the highest standards of service to the community;

• Assist in the development and implementation of strategic direction including developing relevant plans;

• Implement all policies and decisions of the Management Committee;

• Direct and manage staff and volunteers to ensure the highest standards of service delivery;

• Raise the profile of Fairfield Meals on Wheels Inc within the region.

Essential Criteria
1. Tertiary Qualifications in Social Work, Social Science or a related Discipline
2. A comprehensive knowledge of community care and management, including funding and policy protocols, accreditation, standards and processes.
3. Executive Officer competencies in governance, leadership, strategic planning, operational and financial management, human resources, management information systems, external relations and service provision.
4. Demonstrated experience in the comprehensive assessment, planning, development, provision and evaluation of existing and/or new support services and programs.
5. Demonstrated high level competence in the development and implementation of organisational policy.
6. Capacity to effectively deliver and monitor service provision within budgetary requirements.
7. Comprehensive experience in leading and working within a flexible, multi-skilled team environment with advanced interpersonal, communications and conflict resolution skills.
8. Experience in recruiting, supporting and working with volunteers.
9. Commitment to cultural competence in service delivery and/or experience working in a multicultural environment.
10. High level application skills in the use of relevant computer programs.

Desirable Criteria
Knowledge of Fairfield and surrounding Local Government areas

For an information package or further information, please contact Radhika on 9728 6939 or email ffldmow@bigpond.com

Written applications must address the essential and desirable criteria and include contact details of at least 2 work referees.

Applications close 5.00 pm on 19th March 2010 and can be sent by email ffldmow@bigpond.com or post (c/- Fairfield Meals on Wheels Inc Management Committee, PO Box 261 Fairfield 1860). The successful candidate is required to undergo relevant checks.

Blacktown Meals on Wheels Service inc, Co-ordinator

HOURS: 38 HOURS PER WEEK Permanent

SALARY: Based on SACS Award – grade according to experience

LOCATION: Based at Blacktown, covering the Blacktown Local Government Area.

The position is responsible for all aspects of the service.

Essential:
• Experience in Community development
• Management of and support of staff and volunteers
• Financial Management and Budgeting
• Coordination of projects
• Working with Management Committees
• Proven experience in written (including electronic) and verbal communication.
• Experience in understanding and meeting funding requirements
• Knowledge of Home and Community care target group
• Knowledge of Food Safety Requirements with non profit food based organizations
• Current Drivers Licence

Applications to blacktownmow@viper.net.au

Or
Secretary
Blacktown Meals on Wheels Service
PO BOX 947
Blacktown
NSW2148

Applications close: 31st March 2010