• Follow your passion, this is your chance to be part of something special here
• Lead an organisation where the community is at the heart of everything they do
• Fantastic opportunity with this employer of choice with a proud 40 year history

‘Bring your skills and experience to this great community services organisation where people are paramount and true work life balance is part of the package’

Neighbourhood Houses Victoria (NHV) is the peak body for the neighbourhood house sector with a proud history serving local communities since 1979. They represent a membership of close to 400 independent, community-based organisations across Victoria. Their mission is to support Victorian neighbourhood houses in the ongoing development of vibrant, inclusive, and connected communities through effective community development.

As they embark on this leadership change, the new Chief Executive Officer will continue to build the impact, effectiveness, and reputation of NHV as the voice of the neighbourhood house sector for the State. Building on the solid foundations you will be instrumental in the growth and strategic delivery of the long-term business plan. You will be an effective and credible communicator, representing NHV and its members at State level, engaging persuasively with Members of Parliament and government officials. Building strong and effective relationships with stakeholders will be an important dimension of your role.

Your financial and business acumen will enable you to identify and capitalise on opportunities to generate additional income streams and to develop additional products and services to deliver to your members. Working with a supportive and committed Board you will assume overall responsibility and exhibit excellent skills in the planning, leadership, management and performance of the organisation and its people along with ensuring sound governance and financial management. You will bring innovation and excellent written and verbal presentation skills, along with high end experience negotiating, influencing, and consulting with a range of stakeholders. You will have a proven track record of successful engagement with government departments and elected officials, understanding the advocacy and promotional roles of industry peak bodies. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in the community services sector at an executive or senior management level, preferably with demonstrated knowledge and experience of the Neighbourhood House sector.

The successful candidate will have the ability to think ahead, anticipate, and respond flexibly to change and have a strong strategic sense and excellent judgement with the passion and resilience to continue the visionary leadership style of the organisation to achieve strategic goals in accordance with their vision and mission.

You will have previous experience of working directly to a Board of Directors and a high-level understanding of corporate governance and hold a relevant tertiary qualification, preferably in business management, public policy, or public administration.

A competitive base salary and excellent benefits package will be offered to the successful candidate in line with their skills and experience.

You must meet the above criteria and have Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency Status to be considered for this position, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For a confidential discussion and more information contact Mark Williams on 0450 311272, for email enquiries please forward to [email protected] using the subject line: Chief Executive Officer - Neighbourhood Houses Victoria enquiry via EthicalJobs.