Deputy CEO (Fixed‑Term) – Primary Health Care

About the role

The Deputy CEO will support the Executive Chief Officer in leading the Pika Wiya Health Service, a comprehensive primary health care organisation serving Port Augusta and surrounding areas. This fixed‑term position (2 years) provides high‑level strategic advice and day‑to‑day operational oversight.

Key responsibilities

• Provide strategic advice to the CEO on initiatives, programs and external political, social and economic changes affecting service delivery.
• Assist in financial, administrative and human‑resource management, including performance appraisals and compliance with awards and agreements.
• Develop and strengthen staff capacity, ensure alignment of reporting requirements with service delivery.
• Liaise with Department of Health, Country Health SA, Aboriginal organisations, local government and other stakeholders.
• Promote PWHSAC services within Aboriginal communities and collaborate with existing providers.

Required profile

• University education with 3‑5 years experience in comprehensive primary health care.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Ability to travel intra‑ and interstate, including light‑aircraft travel and overnight stays.
• Current SA driver’s licence and capacity to drive long distances.
• Clearances: National Police Check, DSCI Working with Children and DCSI Aged Care checks.

Required skills

• Leadership and management of health service operations.
• Strategic planning and policy development.
• Stakeholder engagement across government and community organisations.