Executive Director: Lead a National Literary House

Beaumont People; Blue Mountains City; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Varuna, The National Writers' House, Australia’s leading organisation for writers, seeks an Executive Director to provide strategic and operational leadership during a pivotal growth phase.

Reporting to the Board, you will shape strategy, drive financial sustainability, strengthen fundraising and partnerships, and guide Varuna’s national profile with the staff team. Applications close 5 PM, 28 October 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience in organisational leadership and stakeholder engagement.
• Financial stewardship and fundraising experience.
• Ability to work with Boards, funders and communities.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership to Varuna during a growth phase.
• Drive financial sustainability and strengthen partnerships and fundraising.
• Guide Varuna's national profile in collaboration with the Board, Creative Director and staff.

Job description

Varuna, The National Writers' House, Australia’s leading organisation for writers, seeks an Executive Director to provide strategic and operational leadership during a pivotal growth phase.

Reporting to the Board, you will shape strategy, drive financial sustainability, strengthen fundraising and partnerships, and guide Varuna’s national profile with the staff team. Applications close 5 PM, 28 October 2026.