Organisation : Good Shepherd Australia New Zealand
Location : Melbourne (Abbotsford)
Work type : Full-time
Sector : Community Support Services, Families, Women
Salary type : Annual Package
About the organisation
Good Shepherd Australia New Zealand (GSANZ) has a vision that women, girls and families are safe, well and connected. They work to advance equity and social justice, and to support communities to thrive. Their history is one of boldness, adaptation and transformation; their future will be too. This has never been more important given the unprecedented changes taking place in our communities, the social services sector and the world.
2018 was a time of change and renewal, with a change in leadership, the appointment of a new CEO, and the completion of a transformational three-year strategic plan, which highlights transformation, innovation and service excellence. To achieve meaningful and enduring impact, Good Shepherd intends to leverage their assets, build coalitions for impact, and continue to advocate to change systems for the better. Three newly created leadership roles are key to the success of this strategy, and will complete the Executive team reporting to the Chief Executive Officer.
About the role
This national role is responsible for identifying and developing strategies that keep women, girls and families safe, strong and connected with their communities. It provides leadership to designated locations, and will be jointly responsible with the GM Economic Wellbeing for ensuring that our clients experience integrated high quality services. With a focus on service innovation you seek to develop and deliver new services and models that create positive outcomes for clients, partners and funders. In collaboration with the executive leadership team you will deliver GSANZ’s mission and strategic plan through effective change management strategies and people management expertise.
A professional and skilled leader, with significant experience of best practice service delivery, co-design and modern community engagement you will demonstrate the ability to manage across geographically dispersed teams. With an engaging and proactive style, you will foster a culture of respect for client’s dignity; and create productive relationships with stakeholders and partners to improve client outcomes. A strong understanding of the funding, governance, legislative requirement and contemporary quality frameworks is essential. Formal qualifications in Psychology/Social Work/Social Science/Community Development or related tertiary qualifications are highly desirable.
For further information, including a full briefing document and details on how to make an application, please contact Julia Soutter, Partner, Fish & Nankivell on 03 9654 7622or email julia@fnow.com.au.
How to apply
Applications not allowed for this job listing.
Please quote in application: General Manager, Service Co-Delivery Safety & Resilience via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Community_Support_Services, #Families, #Women
