Deputy Country Director, Arnhem Land

Exciting Opportunity: Deputy Country Director for Arnhem Land.

Would you like to be instrumental in helping MAF to achieve our vision? Can you inspire a team? Work with local partners, regulatory authorities and officials to achieve the program’s goals?

We are Mission Aviation Fellowship (MAF)! We are a nonprofit organisation that has been using light aircraft to deliver help and hope for over 75 years across more than 30 developing countries. MAF transports patients, relief workers, produce, and medical supplies to some of the world’s most remote and needy regions—places where flying is not a luxury but a lifeline. Our team is driven by a passion to make a difference and serve those who are in need.

As we continue to expand our operations, we are looking for a dynamic and committed individual to join our Arnhem Land team as the Deputy Country Director.

Arnhem Land is a historical region of the Northern Territory of Australia. It is also a beautiful vast wilderness area, defined by rocky escarpments, gorges, rivers, and waterfalls. MAF has served the people in Arnhem Land for 50 years by sharing God’s love through aviation.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Country Director, the Deputy Country Director will be responsible for providing leadership and support to the MAF’s operations in Arnhem Land. This role will involve working closely with the Country Director in strategic planning, resource management, and overseeing day-to-day operations to ensure MAF’s mission is effectively delivered.

Key Responsibilities:

Collaborate with the Country Director in the development and implementation of MAF’s strategic, and ministry plans, and objectives.
Provide support to the Country Director in the management of human, material, and financial resources to ensure efficient and effective operations.
Oversee day-to-day operations and provide leadership to department heads, ensuring all activities are aligned with MAF’s mission and values.
Identify and develop potential partnerships with other organisations and agencies in the country to expand MAF’s impact and reach
Foster a positive and productive work environment by providing mentorship, guidance, and support to team members
Ensure compliance with all local laws and regulations, as well as MAF’s policies and procedures.
Represent MAF at relevant meetings, conferences, and events and promote the organisation’s mission and values.
We are looking for someone with knowledge and understanding of the aviation industry and its regulations. You should have strong interpersonal and communication skills to build relationships with diverse stakeholders, a proven track record in strategic planning, resource management, and project management, and a passion for MAF’s mission and values with a deep understanding and sensitivity to the local culture and context. Additionally, you should be willing to work and travel in remote and challenging environments.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

If you are passionate about making a difference and thrive in a challenging and dynamic environment, we would love to hear from you. Join us in our mission to bring help, hope, and healing to isolated communities around the world. Apply now and be a part of something meaningful.

Essentials:

Aptitude in verbal, numerical and abstract reasoning
Excellent spoken and written English.
Graduate or equivalent experience
Either team management experience and/or project management experience involving working with others
Able to read and interpret financial reports
Strong interpersonal skills
Confident dealing with IT hardware/software
Excellent administrative skills
Thorough knowledge of MS office applications
Cross-cultural management experience
Experience of working in an aviation or related field is preferred
Experience of living and working in a developing country and/or mission is preferred

**NOTE: Applicants must have the legal right to work in either Australia. Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment background checks including a National Criminal History check. Acceptance of and adherence to MAF’s purpose, vision and values is an essential condition of employment.**