At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead initiatives to combat homelessness and drive community inclusion services.
- Company: Join a respected, values-led organisation making a real social impact.
- Benefits: $178K salary, 15% superannuation, salary packaging, and extensive employee benefits.
- Other info: 5-year fixed-term role with ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful difference in the lives of those experiencing disadvantage.
- Qualifications: Proven executive leadership experience in community services or related sectors.
The predicted salary is between 178000 - 178000 $ per year.
Executive Leadership Role that drives social impact. Lead critical homelessness, housing and community inclusion services.
This is an exceptional opportunity to join a respected, values-led organisation and make a meaningful contribution to the lives of people experiencing disadvantage across the ACT and surrounding regions.
About the Role
As Director Special Works, you will be a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, responsible for setting the strategic direction, performance and long-term sustainability of our homelessness, housing and community inclusion services. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, you will lead a diverse Directorate encompassing specialist homelessness and housing services, and community inclusion programs. You will drive service excellence, strengthen stakeholder partnerships and ensure programs deliver meaningful outcomes for the people we serve.
You will provide leadership to specialist teams, strengthen governance and service quality, secure sustainable funding opportunities and contribute to broader sector reform. Success in this role requires the ability to balance strategic vision with operational accountability, ensuring services remain responsive, evidence-informed and financially sustainable. A key priority of the role will be strengthening our approach to social impact measurement and outcomes evaluation.
You will also play an important role in shaping new initiatives, building partnerships across government and the community sector, and influencing better outcomes for people experiencing homelessness, housing insecurity, poverty and social exclusion.
About You
You are a proven executive leader with substantial experience in community services, housing, homelessness, human services or a related sector. You bring exceptional strategic and commercial acumen, experience leading complex service portfolios and a demonstrated ability to influence change across organisations and systems. You are recognised for building high-performing teams, fostering strong stakeholder relationships and delivering meaningful social outcomes. Above all, you are committed to the values and mission of the Society and to creating opportunities for people experiencing disadvantage to thrive.
Our Offer
5 years fixed-term, full-time executive appointment. Competitive remuneration of $178,000 per annum plus 15% superannuation. Salary packaging option of up to $15,900 per FBT year, plus an additional Meals and Entertainment package of up to $2,650 per FBT year. A comprehensive range of employee benefits, including additional leave provisions and health and wellbeing initiatives. Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities within a supportive, values-driven and innovative organisation.
More information
Closing Date: 11:30pm, Sunday 30 August 2026. St Vincent de Paul Society Canberra/Goulburn is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to engaging a diverse workforce. The Society strongly encourages applications from people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
Director - Special Works employer: St Vincent de Paul
St Vincent de Paul Society is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and well-being of its employees, offering extensive Learning and Development programs tailored to enhance your career. With a strong commitment to inclusivity and a supportive team culture, you will thrive in a values-driven environment while enjoying unique benefits such as tax-free salary packaging and generous leave options. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the community while advancing your professional journey in Wagga Wagga and surrounding areas.
