• Leading Mental Health Educational Provider, NFP
• New role heading exciting period of growth and change
• Hybrid work - Melbourne CBD

About Mental Health First Aid™:

Mental Health First Aid International (t/a MHFA Australia) is a global health promotion charity dedicated to the provision of evidence-based education programs that increase mental health literacy, reduce stigma, and help people develop the skills they need to encourage people to seek professional help.

We support a global movement across 30 countries of organisations dedicated to mental health literacy and early intervention to reduce the impact of psychological distress and mental health problems in families, communities, educational settings, and workplaces.

About the role:

A strong background in senior government and public policy the Executive Director will develop, plan and implement Mental Health First Aid International’s government, industry and public policy and advocacy programs.

With a strategic mindset you will drive the organisations public advocacy program and work in coalition with peak bodies and mental health sector stake holders to support reform initiatives. Strengths in influencing, advocating and fostering productive relationships essential.

The role requires application of high level analytical, and problem solving skills to identify and develop strategic opportunities and relationships that build Mental Health First Aid International’s profile and reach.

About you:

You will have established networks across state and federal government and a natural aptitude to lead high performing teams . You will also have:

• Extensive experience in senior government relations and public policy advocacy.
• Extensive established network across federal and state governments.
• Extensive experience in developing public policy submissions.
• Proven track record in leading, managing and motivating high performing teams.
• Demonstrated experience managing funding agreements, commercial contracts or supplier agreements.

What’s in it for you:

Domestic and international travel, attractive NFP salary packaging and the offer to work a hybrid model with a values-based organisation that is inclusive and supportive during a truly exciting period.

To ensure equality in recruitment, development, retention, and promotion of staff, and that no-one is disadvantaged on the basis of their gender, cultural background, disability, sexual orientation or identity. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. 

to apply

A copy of the position description is attached.

If you would like to discuss the role, contact Angus Clelland, CEO via [email protected] using the subject line: Executive Director, Strategic Relationships & Advocacy enquiry via EthicalJobs.