Candidate ID: 16893

A highly experienced senior executive with over 27 years’ experience across State and Federal Government sectors, including health, child protection, housing, justice, education, and community services. Proven expertise in leading large-scale operations and complex reform initiatives, with a strong track record in strategic leadership, stakeholder engagement, and delivering improved outcomes for diverse communities across Australia.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Change Management
• Staff Leadership
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Financial Management
• Community and Cultural Leadership

Relevant Experience

Senior Executive, consulting services sector
< 1 year
Leads cross-jurisdictional advisory services, providing strategic guidance on systems, workforce and organisational design while delivering reviews, training and continuous improvement initiatives.
Senior Executive, state government child protection sector
1 year
Oversaw statewide operations and major reform initiatives, leading a workforce of approximately 2000 to improve service delivery, reduce over-representation and achieve significant cost savings and outcomes.
Senior Executive / Project Lead, state government social services sector
1 year
Led the design and establishment of a new division focused on self-determination, including workforce build, governance frameworks and stakeholder-led policy development.
Executive Director, state government community services sector
3 years
Led regional operations across a large geographic area, overseeing child protection, housing and emergency management while strengthening community partnerships and service delivery.
Senior Leader, state government human services sector
2 years
Supported large-scale operations by leading teams, managing multiple service portfolios and driving implementation of strategic reforms and new operating models.
Manager, state government education and justice sectors
5 years
Managed critical programs across guardianship, crisis response and youth justice, ensuring effective service delivery and operational leadership in high-pressure environments.
Manager / Assistant Director, federal government employment sector
5 years
Led program delivery and operational functions across multiple jurisdictions, supporting employment initiatives and stakeholder engagement.
Various Roles, federal government services sector
9 years
Built foundational experience across diverse service areas, contributing to program delivery and customer service outcomes.

Location and Availability

Preferred work location: Adelaide, Melbourne or Canberra

Workplace flexibility: Flexible, preference for Adelaide with FIFO to ACT or VIC

Ability to travel: Comfortable and used to travel weekly

Availability/notice period: 2 Weeks   

Desired Salary or Salary Expectations: $300,000 + superannuation