Deaf Children Australia is seeking an experienced Chief Executive Officer on a full-time basis to join our team on-site at St Kilda Road, Melbourne, reporting to the Board.
Deaf Children Australia is a not-for-profit organisation that delivers a range of resources, programs, services, and events dedicated to improving the lives and aspirations of deaf and hard-of-hearing children, young adults, and their families.
Role and Responsibilities
· Leadership, culture, and management of staff including day-to-day operational aspects of the organisation as well as leading and managing the executive team
· Strategic business planning and reporting including driving strategic outcomes
· Financial management, including having oversight of all financial matters and delivering positive financial outcomes
· Business development and income generation
· Corporate governance
· Community engagement with a range of stakeholders
Essential Skills and Qualifications
· Tertiary qualifications in management, business, community services, or a related discipline
· Experience working with the deaf community and a commitment to learn Auslan
· A minimum of 5 years’ experience in an executive-level management role in the not-for-profit sector
· Strong governance and financial acumen, including budgeting, compliance, and strategic reporting to board level
· A demonstrated ability to lead high-performing teams and foster a values-based, inclusive culture
· A commitment to advocacy, equity, and community engagement
· Excellent communication skills utilised to forge professional relationships
Desirable
· Formal post-graduate qualifications in business management
· Practical working knowledge of government decision making processes
· Established connection with the deaf community
In return, you will receive:
· Excellent salary and benefits
· A dynamic and unique working environment
If you have the above skills and are looking for an exciting and rewarding career, please email an Expression of Interest with your CV to hr@deafchildren.org.au
Applications close Friday 17th October, 2025.
