Director, First Nations Strategy and Outcomes

Work Initiatives; Fairfield; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary packaging

5 weeks annual leave

16 weeks parental leave

5 days Sorry Business Leave

Hybrid and flexible work arrangements

EAP and wellbeing services

Job summary

The St Vincent de Paul Society NSW is seeking an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander leader to strengthen our First Nations strategy and drive meaningful outcomes for NSW communities. The role leads the First Nations Strategy & Outcomes Unit with mobility across NSW and regular travel to Sydney.

You will champion cultural safety, reconciliation and service delivery, influence policy and ensure community priorities inform our work.

Qualifications

• Be Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
• Extensive senior leadership and management experience.
• Knowledge of Reconciliation Action Plan program, implementation and reporting.
• Strong understanding of the Community Services sector.
• Experience interpreting policy, strategic changes and accreditation requirements.
• Experience managing complex budgets and external funding partnerships and tender submissions.
• Current NSW driver’s licence and willingness to travel across NSW.

Responsibilities

• Lead the First Nations Strategy & Outcomes Unit across NSW.
• Drive partnerships, employment, reconciliation and culturally safe service delivery.
• Turn commitments into meaningful action and strengthen organisational capability.
• Ensure First Nations voices inform our work.

Skills

Senior leadership

Management experience

Community engagement

Budget management

Tender submissions

Policy interpretation

Partnership development

Job description

Director, First Nations Strategy and Outcomes

The St Vincent de Paul Society NSW is committed to walking alongside people and communities experiencing disadvantage, working together towards a more just and compassionate society. For more information about working at Vinnies. We are seeking an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander leader to strengthen our connection with community, advance our

First Nations strategy and drive meaningful, lasting outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples across NSW. Lead First Nations strategy, community engagement and outcomes across NSW.Flexibility to be based at one of our hubs across NSW, with regular travel to metropolitan Sydney required.

Drive cultural safety, reconciliation and meaningful organisational change. Access tax-free salary packaging and a range of employee benefits. Your Role

Lead the Society’s First Nations Strategy & Outcomes Unit, driving a coordinated approach to community partnerships, employment, reconciliation and culturally safe service delivery. You will help turn our commitments into meaningful action, strengthen organisational capability and ensure

First Nations voices, knowledge and community priorities inform our work. About You

Be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander PersonHave extensive experience in working with and for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander People and CommunitiesDemonstrated senior leadership and management experience, including the ability to lead and support senior management teams. First-hand knowledge of the Reconciliation Action Plan program, including implementation and reporting requirements. A strong understanding of the Community Services sector and the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

Experience interpreting and implementing policy, strategic changes and accreditation requirements. Demonstrated experience managing complex budgets, external funding partnerships and tender submissions. Current NSW driver's licence and willingness to travel across NSW, including overnight stays.

*If you would like a copy of the position description for full responsibilities and role requirements, please email ***********@vinnies.org.au We Offer Leave Benefits: 5 weeks annual leave, a Mental Health/Wellbeing Day Off, 16 weeks of paid parental leave, 5 days Sorry Business Leave, and access to cultural and study leave to support your personal and professional life.

Supportive Team: Join a welcoming, values-driven team with a strong sense of community. Boost Your

Take-Home Pay: Access up to $15,900 in tax-free benefits for everyday expenses. Career Progression: Grow with clear pathways to leadership and internal opportunities. Learning & Development: Access training to support your professional growth.

Wellbeing Support: Access EAP and wellness services to support your mental and physical wellbeing. Flexible Work Options: Enjoy hybrid and flexible work arrangements for better work-life balance.

Inclusive Culture: Contribute to a diverse workplace with active Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) and Disability Inclusion Action Plan (DIAP) programmes.

This is an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identified position under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW). Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identity is an essential requirement of the role. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples and recognise the importance of lived experience and connection to community within this role.

Please note that a Confirmation of Aboriginality is not required at the application stage. If you would like further information or a culturally safe conversation about the role, please contact Shenayd Stewart (Senior First Nations Recruitment and Retention Partner) at ***************@vinnies.org.au

If this sounds like you, don’t wait — Applications close Friday, 6 November 2026. *Applications received after this date may still be considered for our talent pool, and your details can be kept on file for future opportunities.