• Executive Opportunity: General Manager – Carer Networks and Impact
• Location: Melbourne (Hybrid: primary place of employment 1/485 La Trobe Street, Melbourne, expected in-office Mon–Wed, min. 2 days/week)
• Classification: Executive Role, Full-Time, Permanent
• Reports To: Chief Executive Officer

About Carers Victoria

Carers Victoria is the state’s peak for-purpose organisation dedicated to ensuring that the 1 million unpaid carers across Victoria are understood, recognised, and supported. We provide free advice, deliver events and education, connect carers to vital respite activities, and analyse data to influence systemic change. Our mission is to ensure that all unpaid carers are recognised, valued, and supported. We’re focused on change for purpose and continue to evolve so we can better meet the needs of carers.

The Opportunity

As a vital member of our Executive Leadership Team (ELT), the General Manager – Carer Networks and Impact will develop and maintain critical carer network groups that deliver support to carers.

Key Areas of Focus

In this role, you will lead the Carer and Sector Impact functions to improve the wellbeing of carers, build network capacity, and administer local small grants. Your focus areas will include:

• Education and Sector Development: Drive the creation and delivery of targeted educational programs, balancing geographic demand, delivery modalities, and team capacity.
• Ecosystem Stewardship: Strengthen our position as a key connector by collaborating with local councils, neighbourhood housing, peer-support groups, and grant recipients.
• Operational Compliance & Legislative Preparedness: Drive robust policy development, ensure operational compliance, and advise the Executive Leadership Team on upcoming legislative changes and risks.
• Strategic Partnerships: Build and sustain mutually beneficial partnerships with health, university, corporate, philanthropic, and community sector partners.
• Strategic People Leadership: Inspire, motivate, and coach teams, fostering an agile culture that rewards initiative and facilitates cross-functional collaboration.

About You

To be successful in this executive position, you will possess the following skills and attributes:

• Sector & Government Expertise: Deep understanding of health and human services, state/federal policy processes, and experience operating within government-funded environments. Established networks within these sectors are highly desirable.
• Sector networks: Deep understanding of health and human services and the Victorian organisations involved in the delivery (and support of) these. Established networks, or demonstrated capacity to readily build these, within these sectors. Strong knowledge of Victorian carer ecosystem highly regarded.
• Program & Grant Delivery: Proven experience designing and delivering programs that support sector development and education
• Grant Management: experience administering robust grant management processes.
• Relationship Management: Demonstrated ability to cultivate and sustain high-trust relationships with internal executives, board committees, government bodies, and diverse external stakeholders.
• Advanced Reporting Skills: Ability to produce succinct, insightful reports that effectively communicate key information to support data-driven decision-making.
• Proactive Leadership: A self-motivated, results-driven professional who leads by example, ensuring all workplace interactions are considerate and respectful of identity, culture, and diversity.

Personal Attributes

• A proactive, results-driven leadership style focused on guiding, coaching, and inspiring teams.
• A deep, authentic commitment to respectful engagement that celebrates identity, culture, and diversity.

Why Join Us?

• True Purpose: Lead systemic, lasting change that directly impacts 1 million Victorians.
• Culture: We pride ourselves on being a passionate, inclusive, and fun workplace., known for our warm and welcoming environment.
• Executive Impact: Work closely with the CEO and ELT to shape the future of the organisation in a newly formed function
• Flexible Culture: Enjoy a hybrid work model that balances collaborative in-office time (Mon-Wed) with remote flexibility.
• Inclusive Environment: Join an organisation that draws pride and strength from its diverse workforce and is committed to creating a safe space for all.

How to Apply

If you are a motivated leader looking to make a meaningful impact within the Victorian carer's community, please submit your application.

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Further Information

If you would like more information about this role, please email [email protected] using the subject line: General Manager - Carer Networks and Impact enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Carers Victoria is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of the LGBTIQA+ communities, and people with disabilities. We are committed to protecting the best interests and safety of children and vulnerable people.