Chief Executive Officer

Goulburn Valley Hospice Care Service; Greater Shepparton; On-site; AUD 160,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private vehicle use

Salary packaging benefits

Job summary

Goulburn Valley Hospice Care Service in Shepparton seeks a transformational Chief Executive Officer to unite people, turn ideas into action and advance high-quality community palliative care. The role requires active engagement beyond standard hours and is based in Shepparton.

We offer a salary of AUD 160,000–170,000 per year, private vehicle use and generous not-for-profit salary packaging. You will lead a skilled team and work with an active Board to deliver GV Hospice’s strategic plan through

Qualifications

• Significant senior leadership experience in health, community services or a comparable environment.
• Strong strategic, financial and operational management capability.
• Demonstrated commitment to inclusive leadership, culturally responsive care and equitable access.
• Sound understanding of corporate and clinical governance and the CEO-governing body relationship.
• Ability to develop teams and build productive relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Commitment to compassionate, person-centred care and community inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Turn strategic priorities into practical actions and measurable outcomes.
• Develop people, strengthen leadership capability and support a collaborative, accountable workplace.
• Provide clear advice and reporting to support governance and informed decisions.
• Foster an inclusive workplace where staff and volunteers feel valued and diverse perspectives inform decisions.
• Oversee financial sustainability, quality care, risk and continuous improvement.
• Build partnerships and explore opportunities to strengthen services and community support.
• Champion volunteers, fundraising groups and the Opportunity Shop.
• Lead with curiosity, clear communication and trust-building.

Skills

Senior leadership

Strategic planning

Financial management

Operational management

Inclusive leadership

Governance

Stakeholder relations

Compassionate care

Education

Tertiary qualification in health

Tertiary qualification in management

Postgraduate qualification in palliative care/not-for-profit

Job description

Imagine leading an organisation where you can see the difference your work makes in the clients that we support, the team you lead and the community connections you strengthen.

GV Hospice is seeking a caring, forward thinking Chief Executive Officer who brings people together, turns ideas into action and shares our commitment to exceptional specialist community palliative care.

This is a full-time role, with flexibility required to attend meetings, events and community engagements outside standard business hours.

A salary of $160,000–$170,000 per annum, depending on experience, is offered, together with private use of a vehicle and generous not-for-profit salary packaging benefits at a higher threshold than public hospitals.

A community connection that makes a difference

GV Hospice provides community specialist palliative care to people living with a life limiting illness, supporting clients, families and carers through care, compassion and choice.

Our talented team consists of nurses, supportive care clinicians, administration alongside dedicated volunteers, community supporters and our Opportunity Shop team to deliver services that respond to what matters most to people.

We have expanded our services and continue to strive to providing care to those in need. Our commitment to quality is reflected in full accreditation with no recommendations and previous achievement of all 20 national PCOC benchmarks across two consecutive reporting periods.

Build on our progress

Following four and a half years of exceptional leadership, our current CEO is retiring. We are deeply grateful for her contribution in guiding organisational transformation, strengthening team capability and establishing firm foundations for future success. She leaves a talented and committed team well positioned to deliver our 2025–2029 Strategic Plan.

Working with the Board, you will:

Turn strategic priorities into practical actions and measurable outcomes.

Develop our people, strengthen leadership capability and support a collaborative, accountable workplace.

Provide clear advice and reporting to support strong governance and informed decisions.

Foster an inclusive workplace where staff and volunteers feel valued, diverse perspectives inform decisions, and care respects each person’s culture, identity and choices.

Oversee financial sustainability, quality care, risk and continuous improvement.

Build partnerships and explore opportunities to strengthen services and community support.

Champion the contribution of volunteers, fundraising groups and our Opportunity Shop.

Bring your experience and your way of connecting

You are a leader who listens with curiosity, communicates clearly and builds trust through your actions. You combine kindness with the confidence to make decisions, encourage innovation and support people to do their best work.

You will bring:

Significant senior leadership experience in health, community services or a comparable environment.

Strong strategic, financial and operational management capability.

Demonstrated commitment to inclusive leadership, culturally responsive care and equitable access, with the ability to build meaningful relationships across our diverse community.

A sound understanding of corporate and clinical governance and the relationship between the CEO and governing body.

The ability to develop teams and build productive relationships with diverse stakeholders.

A commitment to compassionate, person-centred care and community inclusion.

Relevant tertiary qualifications in health, management or a related field.

Postgraduate qualifications and experience in palliative care, the not-for-profit sector, fundraising or volunteer-supported services will be highly regarded.

See your next chapter here

Based in Shepparton, this role offers the opportunity to contribute your ideas and leadership to an organisation where people, relationships and community impact are central to every decision.

You will build on established foundations while helping shape how GV Hospice continues to meet the needs of its community.

To learn more, review the CEO Candidate Information Pack on our website.

Applications close: Wednesday 2 December 2026

GV Hospice welcomes applications from people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

What can I earn as a Chief Executive Officer