abrs is proud to partner with Gugan Gulwan Youth Aboriginal Corporation, a respected, community-led organisation dedicated to empowering First Nations children, young people, and families across the ACT. Through culturally grounded, strength-based programs, Gugan Gulwan provides prevention and early intervention supports that ensure the voices of First Nations peoples guide every initiative and outcome.

We’re seeking an inspiring and hands-on Deputy Chief Executive Officer (DCEO) a leader who embodies integrity, cultural humility, and community commitment. Reporting directly to the CEO, you’ll play a pivotal role in driving the organisation’s growth, strength, and sustainability.

You’ll lead operational excellence and organisational development, ensuring that systems, services, and governance are culturally grounded, community-informed, and outcome-driven. The DCEO will balance strategy with delivery overseeing staff, service performance, compliance, and financial management while fostering an inclusive, accountable, and high-performing culture.

What You’ll Bring.

• Deep respect for and understanding of First Nations cultures and communities.
• Senior leadership experience in community, not-for-profit, or Aboriginal community-controlled organisations.
• Proven skills in governance, financial management, and program delivery.
• A collaborative, values-led approach that strengthens relationships across community, government, and sector partners.

What’s on Offer.

• A workplace culture focused on staff wellbeing and team support. Professional clinical supervision provided for all staff and informal debriefing with colleagues as standard, with additional supports when needed.
• A culturally safe workplace where all identities and perspectives are embraced
• Continuous opportunities that centre staff development, training, learning and growth
• Access to salary packaging

This is a rare opportunity to make a lasting impact strengthening the voice, resilience, and wellbeing of First Nations young people and families across the ACT.

Ready to Lead Change?

If you’re a strategic and culturally grounded leader committed to community-led outcomes, we’d love to hear from you.

This is a community-led organisation, and we strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates to apply. This is a rare opportunity to lead change and strengthen the voice, resilience, and wellbeing of First Nations young people and families across the ACT

Apply now or contact Emma McCaffrey at [email protected] to learn more about this meaningful leadership opportunity.

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