Damien Djerrkura
Nhulunbuy,NT
Summary
I'm a local indigenous man from the Wangurri clan group of North East Arnhem Land. I am current the Chief Executive Officer of North East Arnhem Land Aboriginal Corporation. I excel in strategic planning, cultural integration and transitioning and organizational leadership. I've driven substantial business growth and operational efficiency and inspire executive leadership and management teams towards achieving organizational goals. I am experienced in risk management and developing and executing strategic community initiatives that drive growth and enhances profitability and sustainability.
I have a strong focus on team collaboration, stakeholder and community engagement and adaptable to changing business needs.
I am a strong advocate for creating employing and training opportunities to the local indigenous workforce that are aligned with strategies aimed at improving the economic well-being and self-sufficiency of Indigenous peoples and communities. Strong problem-solving abilities in creating programs and activities designed to empower Indigenous peoples to control and benefit from their own economic resources, support sustainable growth, and preserve cultural values while addressing social and economic disparities.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief Executive Officer
North East Arnhem Land Aboriginal Corporation
08.2021 - Current
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships with local communities and stakeholders.
- Identified new revenue generation opportunities to maximize bottom-line profitability.
- Streamlined operations for improved efficiency, reducing overall costs and increasing profitability.
- Drove continuous improvement by fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and open communication across all levels of the organization.
- Managed high-performing teams to successfully execute corporate objectives and drive organizational success.
- Reviewed individual department performance and worked with leadership to improve processes, procedures, and practices.
- Addressed employee and managerial concerns and implemented corrective actions to promote compliance.
- Championed corporate social responsibility initiatives that enhanced the company''s reputation as a business leader within the community and for the community.
- Cultivated a positive company culture, promoting indigenous employee engagement and retention through tailored initiatives.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
Training and Development Manager
YBE (2) Pty Ltd
04.2014 - 08.2021
- Developed high-performing teams through strategic coaching and mentoring initiatives for indigenous employees, managers and supervisors.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement, implementing best practices in adult education methodologies across the organization.
- Enhanced employee retention by implementing comprehensive training support and development programs to business objectives.
- Streamlined onboarding processes, ensuring new hires and indigenous employees were equipped with necessary skills for success in their roles.
- Increased employee engagement, delivering customized training solutions tailored to individual learning styles.
- Cultivated strong relationships with external vendors and stakeholders to secure valuable resources for ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Established a positive and culturally safe learning environment by fostering cross-cultural understanding and communications across all employees.
- Reduced company-wide skills gaps through effective workforce planning and targeted employee development initiatives.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive training program to increase employee productivity and morale.
- Implemented new learning strategies depending upon employees' skill levels.
Manager
Djerrkura Enterprises Pty Ltd
04.2010 - 04.2014
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Managed daily operations for a successful small business, ensuring efficient processes and quality services.
- Established a loyal customer base by providing personalized attention, addressing concerns promptly, and exceeding expectations.
- Hired trained, and supervised staff to maintain high levels of productivity and customer satisfaction.
- Evaluated sales reports and financial statements to manage cash flow and develop techniques to improve business.
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
Training Supervisor
Alcan Aluminum
04.2006 - 04.2010
- Mentored new hires during their onboarding process, accelerating their integration into the company culture and work environment.
- Created engaging training content that catered to diverse learning styles, improving overall knowledge acquisition among employees.
- Streamlined training processes for increased efficiency and effectiveness, resulting in higher employee retention rates.
- Enhanced employee performance by developing comprehensive training programs tailored to individual needs.
- Empowered employees to take ownership of their own professional growth by providing them with self-paced learning resources and individualized coaching support.
- Achieved measurable improvements in staff productivity through targeted coaching sessions and skill development workshops.
- Collaborated with department heads to identify skills gaps and develop customized training interventions accordingly.
- Assessed new employee skills and strengths to provide customized training.
- Implemented new learning strategies depending upon employees' skill levels.
- Coordinated and prioritized required training courses for indigenous employees.
Skills
- Organizational leadership
- Risk management
- Staff management
- Strategic planning
- Organizational growth
- Strategic partnerships
- Sustainability initiatives
- Corporate governance
- Community engagement
- Cultural knowledge and integration
- Leadership and people development
- Stakeholder relations
Certification
Certificate IV in Frontline Management
Certificate IV Trainer Assessor
Certificate IV in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Governance (Current)
Affiliations
- Arnhem Aboriginal Business Council (current)
- Deputy Chair East Arnhem Regional Economic Growth Committee
Timeline
Chief Executive Officer
North East Arnhem Land Aboriginal Corporation
08.2021 - Current
Training and Development Manager
YBE (2) Pty Ltd
04.2014 - 08.2021
Manager
Djerrkura Enterprises Pty Ltd
04.2010 - 04.2014
Training Supervisor
Alcan Aluminum
04.2006 - 04.2010
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