Since 2003, ProCare Australia has been the leading specialist Recruitment and Labour Hire Agency for the Community Service sector in Australia - supporting casual, locum, fixed term contract permanent career opportunities.

The Organisation

Our Client is a dynamic and inclusive community organisation, dedicated to supporting individuals and families through a range of services and programs. With a strong focus on collaboration, professional development, and employee wellbeing, they're committed to fostering a workplace that is ethical, diverse, and aligned with their values.

Our client works to improve the wellbeing and quality of life for older adults, people with disabilities, and their caregivers by providing essential support to help them live independently at home and in the community. The organisation focuses on three key areas: fostering connectedness, offering individual support so people can live safer within their community, and promoting mobility and access. Our client's approach ensures that individuals receive comprehensive care that addresses their unique, holistic needs, helping them live safely and actively in their communities.

The Role

We are recruiting for a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) role. This role is Permanent Full Time, working from Monday-Friday during business hours in a Southern Brisbane location (10kms from the CBD). Hours of work are flexible, as long as the needs of the business are met. There is the occasional requirement to attend weekend events.

The CEO will lead the development and execution of our client's Strategic Plan, ensuring alignment with the organisation’s vision. As part of the Executive Leadership team, the CEO will provide strategic direction, oversight, and support to staff, while managing daily operations. The CEO will work closely with the Board of Directors to achieve strategic goals and ensure services align with best practices. Key responsibilities include operational management, fostering partnerships, financial stewardship, workforce leadership, grant and tender writing, and ensuring service quality, safety, and sustainability for overall organisational success.

Key Responsibilities

• Champion our client's vision, mission, values, and community initiatives.
• Provide leadership, supervision, and support to 10 direct reports, 50 paid staff, and the organisation's volunteers.
• Develop and monitor strategic plans, KPIs, and performance reports for the Board.
• Ensure effective collaboration with government, stakeholders, and partners.
• Lead Tender and Grant writing processes for the organisation
• Oversee financial management, budgeting, and compliance with funding requirements.
• Ensure compliance with WHS, accreditation, and legal standards.
• Lead employee and volunteer recruitment, development, and performance evaluations.
• Support HR management, including recruitment, training, and compliance with employee policies.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, quality management, and risk management.
• Oversee the development and execution of business, marketing, and promotion strategies.
• Ensure smooth operations and timely service delivery while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Stay informed of sector changes, providing guidance to the Board and staff.

To Be Successful

• Tertiary Qualifications in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Community Services, or Human Services.
• Current QLD Drivers Licence
• Current National Police Check
• Current National Bankruptcy Check
• Proven experience in leadership within not-for-profit organisations, with a focus on community and/or aged care services.
• Knowledge and skills around tender and grant writing
• Demonstrated expertise in the Aged Care Sector, including knowledge of key policies and regulations.

Desirable

• Current First Aid and CPR Certificate
• QLD Blue Card
• Knowledge and skills within the IT space

Salary and Benefits

• $120,000.00 per annum + 11.5% Super
• Salary sacrifice available
• Work vehicle provided with personal use allowed
• Onsite car parking
• Potential for some work from home opportunities when required

How to Apply

You can apply through Seek, through ProCare Australia’s website https://www.procareaustralia.com.au/jobs/ or by emailing Indi Adams (Recruitment Consultant) at [email protected]

Please contact ProCare Australia on 07 3807 2833 if you have any questions or wish to speak with our team.

Find out more about positions available at www.procareaustralia.com.au

Having a diverse workforce that represents the wider Australian community is very important in Community Services and ProCare Australia actively encourage applications from people with disabilities, from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ people, and all genders.

We recognise the richness of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and the unique knowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees bring to the workplace, policy development and programs. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.