Chief Executive Officer — National SDA Policy Leader

People for Purpose; Sydney; Remote; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) Alliance in Australia seeks a Chief Executive Officer to lead the national peak body through its next stage, reporting to the Board. The CEO will draw on member expertise and committees to advance priorities in SDA policy, housing and advocacy.

The role focuses on policy influence, member engagement and sustainability, and strategic leadership, with a hands-on approach in a small, highly connected national environment.

Qualifications

• Significant policy and government relations experience.
• Well-developed understanding of SDA and the broader NDIS, disability housing and policy environment.
• Clear and credible communicator able to navigate complex issues.
• Ability to build alignment around practical solutions across diverse stakeholders.
• Experience within or alongside a membership organisation, peak body, government, housing or disability environment is valuable.

Responsibilities

• Policy and influence: shape credible positions and represent the Alliance with government and stakeholders, delivering practical solutions to SDA issues.
• Members and sustainability: strengthen member engagement, support membership growth and long-term sustainability.
• Strategy and leadership: deliver strategic priorities and lead a small team in a national environment.

Job description

Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) Alliance in Australia seeks a Chief Executive Officer to lead the national peak body through its next stage, reporting to the Board. The CEO will draw on member expertise and committees to advance priorities in SDA policy, housing and advocacy.

The role focuses on policy influence, member engagement and sustainability, and strategic leadership, with a hands-on approach in a small, highly connected national environment.