Job Category: Executive & Strategic Management
We are seeking an experienced Executive Manager to lead our Family, Youth, and Wellbeing division and oversee the delivery of high-quality services that support families and individuals in need.
Make a difference in your community every day.
At Centacare, we believe that every day brings an opportunity to make a meaningful impact. Imagine the joy of seeing the difference you make in your clients' lives. That's the joy you'll experience every day you come to work at Centacare.
Our Mission: Action for Impact We are committed to helping each person we serve reach their fullest potential and experience a fulfilling life. As a key member of our community services team, you will bring this mission to life. Your positivity, commitment, and passion for living and working in the same community will be rewarded beyond measure.
Job DescriptionYour role as an Executive Manager
As the Executive Manager - Community Services, you will provide visionary and dynamic leadership to your team and ensure that our clients are at the centre of everything we do. You will lead a dedicated team focused on domestic violence prevention, youth justice, mental health support, and family law services, driving innovation and continuous improvement across all programs.
You will have a deep resonance with the work that Centacare does in the community, with our communities and the clients we are privileged to assist.
Key accountabilities include: Leading the development and execution of programs that support families, youth, and individuals in the community.Building partnerships with key stakeholders and advocating for the needs of the community at a local and national level.Overseeing governance, compliance, and risk management to ensure the delivery of services meets all legal and ethical standards.Inspiring and developing a high-performing team, fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture.Collaborating with the CEO and Executive Leadership Team to execute the organisation's strategic vision.In this role, you will have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of families and individuals in need. You will be part of a supportive and mission-driven team dedicated to creating a stronger, more resilient community. Our values – Dignity | Solidarity | Subsidiarity | Common Good - are the foundation of our work and shape the way we consistently deliver our programs.
Since 2001, Centacare, a Social Services Agency of the Catholic Diocese of Armidale, has been a vital part of the local community. We provide a wide range of social welfare services to support individuals, families, and the broader community. As a Catholic agency, we welcome everyone, regardless of religion, circumstance, ethnicity, economic situation, age, gender, or ability.
Other benefits include:Tax-free salary packaging - up to $18,500 for general living and entertainment expenses increasing your take-home pay.Flexi leave – allowing you to accrue extra hours per week to enjoy an additional day's leave every month (for full-time employees).Professional development – we support our team with professional development opportunities.Supportive team - working with a multidisciplinary team of passionate, supportive, and collaborative colleagues.Relocation assistance – financial assistance of up to $5,000 towards your relocation costs (should you need to relocate).Desired Skills and ExperienceWhat you'll bring:
Tertiary qualifications in the areas of business, leadership or a specialist area relevant to the role.More than five (5) years of experience in an executive leadership role overseeing government-funded programs across a large geographical footprint, ensuring consistent service delivery and quality across similar programs to those delivered by the team.Demonstrated experience in establishing and servicing links between multifaceted services such as mental health, general health, human services, family law services, youth and justice services.Demonstrated ability to advocate for the unique needs of regional, rural and remote locations at a local and national level to ensure ongoing funding cycles and new funding programs based on need.Strong strategic planning skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and execute long-term plans that align with organisational objectives.Want to know more about how to apply?
To apply for this role, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role (no more than one page).Shortlisted applicants will be forwarded a more detailed information pack and be invited to complete a self-evaluation against the criteria.Following our assessment, we will advise if you will be invited for an interview.Centacare NENW is an EEO employer and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Essential pre-employment checks will be conducted.
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