• Full Time
• Flexible Location
• $200,000 - $230,000 + Super + Salary Packaging

This is an Indigenous Identified role only open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

About the organisation

SNAICC – National Voice for our Children is the national peak body representing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, families and the community-controlled organisations that support them.

For more than 40 years, SNAICC has been a leading voice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families, advocating for systemic change and driving reform across child protection, early childhood development, family wellbeing and self-determination. Through research, policy, advocacy, sector development and innovation, SNAICC works to ensure Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children grow up strong in culture, connected to family and community, and empowered to thrive.

Governed by a Board of Directors and Council comprising Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leaders and community-controlled organisations from across Australia, SNAICC plays a critical role in influencing national policy, supporting sector capability and advancing the rights, needs and aspirations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families.

About the role

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the Deputy Chief Executive Officer (Deputy CEO) is a key member of SNAICC's executive leadership team and will play a critical role in guiding the organisation through its next phase of growth, influence and impact.

The Deputy CEO will provide strategic leadership across SNAICC's externally facing portfolios, including Policy and Research, Programs, Child Development, Strategic Advocacy and Engagement. The role will drive the implementation of national reform priorities, strengthen organisational performance and foster collaboration across portfolios to ensure SNAICC continues to deliver meaningful outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, families and communities.

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced executive leader to influence national reform agendas, shape policy and advocacy priorities, strengthen relationships across government and the community-controlled sector, and contribute to systemic change at a national level.

For a full list of responsibilities associated with this role, please contact Pipeline Talent via [email protected] using the subject line: Deputy Chief Executive Officer (Identified) - SNAICC - Flexible Location enquiry via EthicalJobs.

About you

You are a highly respected Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander leader with significant executive leadership experience and a deep commitment to self-determination, community control and improving outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, young people and families.

You are a strategic and systems-focused thinker who can connect policy, reform, funding, organisational capability and service delivery to achieve meaningful impact. You bring strong political acumen, exceptional relationship-building skills and the ability to influence and engage with stakeholders at the highest levels across government, community-controlled organisations and the broader sector.

Most importantly, you are a culturally grounded and values-led leader who is passionate about driving positive change, strengthening organisations and empowering teams to achieve shared goals.

Selection Criteria

1. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person with a strong commitment to self-determination, community control and culturally safe practice.
2. Demonstrated executive leadership experience leading senior leaders, multidisciplinary teams and complex organisational portfolios.
3. Strong understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, young people and families, including child protection, early childhood development and family wellbeing.
4. Proven ability to influence policy, advocacy and sector reform through strategic partnerships and stakeholder engagement across government and the community-controlled sector.
5. Highly developed leadership, communication and relationship management skills, with experience representing an organisation at senior executive and national levels.
6. Demonstrated experience in executive governance, strategic planning and organisational growth, including leading change and managing significant organisational resources.

What we can offer you

• Opportunity to help shape the national agenda for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families.
• Influence policy, advocacy and reform initiatives that create lasting impact across Australia and contribute to positive outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
• Work alongside highly respected Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leaders, communities and organisations in a collaborative, inclusive and positive team culture.
• Lead high-performing teams and contribute to the ongoing growth and success of SNAICC.
• Attractive salary package, including salary packaging benefits of up to $15,900 tax-free, plus an additional $2,650 tax-free for meals, entertainment, accommodation and venue hire (subject to Government regulations).
• Access to flexible work arrangements, cultural leave provisions and annual leave loading.
• Be part of an organisation committed to cultural safety, collaboration, integrity, staff wellbeing and creating meaningful change for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, families and communities.

How to apply

Your application should include:

• A current resume.
• A cover letter responding to the selection criteria and outlining your motivation and suitability for the position.

Applications are to be submitted via the "Apply Now" button.

Applications close 11:59pm on the closing date.

How to get more information

For further information on the position, please contact the team at Pipeline Talent.

Tiana Callaughan

Head of Recruitment

[email protected] | [email protected]

M: 0476 538 307 | PH: 02 8001 6603