Leadership Position: Chief Executive Officer
The ideal candidate will be a strategic and collaborative leader with extensive senior management experience in the not-for-profit or community sector. They will bring expertise in governance frameworks, risk management, and financial sustainability to ensure the organization's long-term stability and growth.
About the Role:
* Strategic Leadership: Drive the organisation's vision, purpose, and strategic direction in alignment with Board priorities and community needs.
* Governance & Compliance: Strengthen governance frameworks, risk management, and compliance systems to ensure transparency, accountability, and effective Board engagement.
* Program Oversight: Lead the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of high-quality community, child and family programs across multiple sites.
* People & Culture: Foster a positive, inclusive organisational culture and mentor a high-performing leadership team aligned with The Canopy's values.
* Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the primary representative of the organisation with government, funding bodies, partners, and the broader community to strengthen relationships and advocacy.
* Financial & Operational Management: Oversee sustainable budgeting, financial controls, infrastructure, and operational systems to support long-term stability and growth.
* Organisational Development: Promote innovation, evidence-informed practice, and strategic marketing to build the organisation's profile, reach and impact.
About You:
* You will have tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Social Science, or a related discipline.
* Demonstrated expertise in governance frameworks and risk management, including overseeing compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements.
* Strong experience in strategic planning, business development, and financial sustainability.
* Experience building collaborative partnerships and driving innovation.
* Contract management experience is important, ensuring compliance with funding requirements, timely reporting, and effective delivery of outcomes to maintain strong, transparent relationships.
* Excellent communication, problem solving, and stakeholder engagement skills.
To Apply: A detailed position description is available upon request.