Salary: $135,000 - $160,000 + Super, NFP Salary Sacrifice benefits and other benefits

Hybrid working/Work from home

Award Winning Culture

ABOUT FARE

The Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) is a not-for-profit organisation with a vision for an Australia free from alcohol harms – where communities are healthy and well and where laws, policies and programs are fair, equitable and just.

We work collaboratively with local communities, people with lived experience of alcohol harm, values-aligned organisations, health professionals, researchers and governments across the nation to raise community awareness of alcohol harms, advocate for policy change aimed at preventing alcohol-related harms and increase accountability of companies that fuel harm.

Working at FARE you will be part of an organisation developing and delivering innovative health programs and policy solutions to reduce alcohol harm to improve the health and wellbeing of everyone in Australia.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Operations Director, reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), is accountable for leading and driving the strategic direction of the organisation’s operations, encompassing People and Culture, Operations, Governance and Financial Management. This executive role entails oversight of the Operations Team and the management of key external service providers critical to FARE’s operational success.

In addition to these responsibilities, the Operations Director will hold the dual roles of Public Officer and Company Secretary, providing high-level governance expertise in partnership with the CEO and Board Directors. As a senior member of the Leadership Team, the Operations Director will collaborate closely with fellow Directors across Campaigns and Communications, Policy and Research, and Health Programs to ensure alignment with FARE’s goals and objectives.

WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON

Operations

Lead the ongoing improvement of operational systems and processes to ensure FARE runs efficiently and effectively.

Develop, update, and implement operational policies and procedures to meet the evolving needs of FARE.

People and Culture

Lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive People and Culture strategy that champions FARE’s core values.

Design and implement innovative people programs that promote inclusion, diversity, and engagement, creating a workplace culture that values collaboration and respect for all employees.

Partner closely with the CEO and Senior Leadership Team to drive organisational transformation, supporting the creation of a resilient and agile culture that adapts to change while fostering excellence.

Drive a culture of continuous learning and development, ensuring FARE’s people initiatives are not only impactful but also foster personal and professional growth, enabling employees to thrive and contribute at their highest potential.

Financial Management

Provide strategic financial guidance and analysis to the Senior Leadership Team and Board, supporting high-level decision-making and long-term planning.

Partner with the CEO and Senior Leadership Team to prepare and present annual budgets and financial forecasts that align with FARE’s strategic objectives.

Oversee statutory reporting, including monthly financial updates to the Senior Leadership Team, quarterly reports to the Finance, Audit, Risk, and Management Committee, and annual reporting to the Board.

Governance

Fulfill the duties of Company Secretary and Public Officer, ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements and regulatory standards.

Maintain and lead FARE’s risk Management Framework.

Work Health and Safety

Ensure compliance with WH&S, both personally and across the organisation, fostering a safe and compliant workplace.

Strategic Planning and Continuous Improvement:

Contribute to the development and execution of FARE’s strategic and operational plans, measuring success and driving improvements across key performance areas.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE TEAM

Strong analytical, problem-solving and planning skills.

Strong Project and Contract Management experience driving business improvements.

Proven track record leading, developing, and supporting staff to achieve work targets and objectives efficiently and effectively.

The ability to manage multiple competing tasks across a range of areas

Knowledge of statutory requirements within the community and NFP sector, including knowledge of the ACNC and ASIC requirements.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role.

Relevant tertiary qualifications in HR, Business, Finance, Business Law and membership of professional Accounting and/or financial institutions or equivalent experience.

Experience in a senior management role with a successful track record of managing staff in a not-for-profit (NFP) environment.

BENEFITS INCLUDE:

Access to a generous not-for-profit salary packaging program.

Gifted leave over Christmas holiday shut-down.

Great workplace culture: FARE has received Xref Engage’s Best Workplace Award in 2024 and 2025, which recognises best workplaces who have excellent management practices and a highly engaged workforce

Learn more: fare.org.au/about/careers.

Contact: If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us at [email protected] using the subject line: ‘Operations Director via Seek’ or phone (02) 5104 9311 for more information.

APPLY:

Applications must be emailed to [email protected].

The position description can be accessed o FARE's website: fare.org.au/about/careers

To apply, please provide an up-to-date resume with contact details for two referees and a cover letter of no more than 500 words demonstrating your suitability for the role, with particular attention to the key responsibilities and eligibility criteria for the role and email to [email protected] by 5pm AEDT, Friday 23 May 2025

Applications sent through the Seek portal will not be accepted.

Only successful applicants will be contacted for an interview.