An exciting chance exists to join the Doxa Youth Foundation, a not-for-profit community-based organisation that provides a range of programs to disadvantaged children and youth.
Reporting to a Board of Directors, you will be responsible for developing operational initiatives and leading the team to execute these initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Working with the Board of Directors to develop and implement DYF’s long-term strategy.
- Building an organisational structure that is agile.
- Ensuring that DYF staff understand and are aligned with the strategic direction and vision.
- Ensuring that DYF delivers its mission operations and programs cost effectively.
- Inspiring and leading employees and volunteers to achieve and exceed expectations.
- Managing, coaching and developing team members to build capability and performance.
- Bringing a fresh and evidence-based approach to strengthening program delivery.
- Integrating risk management into program planning and delivery.
- Working in close partnership with DOXA Community Club, aligning activities and collaborating to enhance the shared mission and sustainability of both entities.
- Developing and overseeing DYF’s communications and marketing strategy.
- Preparing the annual budget in collaboration with the Finance Manager/Consultant for Board approval.
- Managing and monitoring budget performance and financial reporting.
- Reporting directly to the Board of Directors on strategy, performance, safety, risks, and opportunities.
- Acting as Secretary to the Board of Directors.
- Preparing Board papers and ensuring timely, high-quality reporting.
- Supporting the Chair and Board Committees in delivering effective governance.
- Coordinating Board meetings and the Annual General Meeting.
- Ensuring compliance with all regulatory, legal and sector standards (e.g. ACNC, child safety).
Skills and Experience
The ideal candidate will have:
- demonstrated leadership and people management experience
- Experience in a senior leadership role within a youth-focused or NFP organisation
- Strategic and analytical thinking skills
- Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
- Strong financial acumen and ability to manage budgets and contracts
- Understanding of compliance and risk management
- High attention to detail and strong organisational skills
- Relevant tertiary qualifications
- Understanding of camp operations and cadetship programs (highly desirable)
- Demonstrated ability to work respectfully and effectively with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
- Track record in driving organisational growth and leading change
- Experience working with or reporting to a Board of Directors
- Capability in stakeholder engagement and partnership development
- Proficiency in using technology and digital tools to support operations and communication
About Doxa Youth Foundation
The Doxa journey began in 1972, when Joe Giacobbe, a young priest at the time, realised that many young people he worked with may never have the opportunity to have a holiday or even visit the countryside. He decided to establish a camp in the picturesque area of Malmsbury to give these children the chance to experience a different world.
Since its humble beginnings, Doxa has grown substantially, to include a City Camp, and a cadetship program.
Doxa aims to be an employer of choice in the not-for-profit sector, which attracts compassionate, driven, capable, visionary and passionate people with a high level of integrity, committed to working with disadvantaged young people in the not-for-profit sector.
What’s on Offer
We offer an attractive salary package with salary sacrifice tax benefits that are only available to employees who work for a full not-for-profit organisation.
How to apply
To apply for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume.
Contact Information
If you would like more information about this role, please contact John Girardi on.
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📌 Chief Executive Officer
🏢 Girardi Human Resources
📍 Melbourne