General Manager NT & RHD Lead

• Play a pivotal role in shaping heart health across the Northern Territory.
• Lead national efforts to address RHD – a preventable condition disproportionately affecting First Nations Australians.
• Permanent role | Full time or 0.8 | Flexible working & salary packaging on offer

About Us

Did you know heart disease is the number one killer of Australians? Every day, 50 Australians lose their lives to heart disease. As Australia’s leading heart health charity, we’re on a mission to change this – and we need passionate people like you to help make a difference!

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic and purpose-driven leader to step into the role of General Manager, NT & RHD Lead a position with both regional and national significance.

Based in Darwin, this role provides strategic leadership for the Heart Foundation’s initiatives across the Northern Territory, while also spearheading our national work in contributing to the elimination of acute rheumatic fever (ARF) and rheumatic heart disease (RHD) in Australia. You’ll work closely with First Nations communities, the Heart Foundation’s NT Advisory Board, health professionals, government agencies, and other stakeholders to drive advocacy, community-led health initiatives, and public engagement.

You will have the opportunity to work flexibly, working in our Darwin office as well as from home, with occasional travel required. We are open to considering a part-time (0.8) or full-time position.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Heart Foundation’s strategy and operations in the Northern Territory.
• Build and strengthen partnerships with stakeholders across government, health, and community sectors.
• Drive impactful advocacy and contribute to national policy change on cardiovascular health and RHD.
• Represent the Heart Foundation in media, public forums, and stakeholder engagements.
• Provide cultural leadership and support community-led responses to heart health, especially within First Nations communities.
• Collaborate with national teams to align regional efforts with strategic goals.

What You'll Bring

• Tertiary qualifications and experience in public health, medicine, policy, advocacy, or community services.
• Demonstrated cultural competence in working with First Nations peoples.
• Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience in developing and delivering advocacy strategies and policy submissions.
• Knowledge of cardiovascular health, and ideally, ARF and RHD.
• A passion for health equity and a commitment to improving outcomes for priority populations.

Why Join Us?

At our heart, we are driven by purpose. Every day, we make a meaningful impact through our work, and we are committed to supporting our employees in achieving a healthy work-life balance.

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse, safe, and inclusive workplace. We actively seek to represent the communities we serve and recognise the invaluable skills, knowledge, and perspectives a diverse team brings. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and individuals from all backgrounds.

What We Offer:

• Salary packaging to help you make the most of your earnings.
• Flexible work-from-home options – up to 50% of your week.
• A supportive and inclusive workplace culture where your contributions are valued.
• Additional gifted leave during the Christmas shutdown period.
• Wellbeing programs and initiatives to support your personal and professional growth.