Chief Executive Officer

This is an excellent opportunity to lead a values driven, well regarded, ‘for purpose’ organisation in the Newcastle region. Family Support Newcastle (FSN) is a leader in its field and has been supporting families for over 45 years. 

The FSN Board are looking for an experienced leader, who, with the leadership team, will implement the 2023-2027 Strategic Plan, mission and values; maintain a culture of participation, social justice and feminist philosophy while keeping the safety and wellbeing of children as a priority.   

The person we seek will be an experienced executive leader from the community services sector, with graduate or post graduate qualifications. Someone who will bring energy, innovation and resilience to the position, who can work closely with the Board of Directors while being highly engaged with staff and our network of partners. Key responsibilities of this 28 hour/week role include:

• Ensuring staff are well supported, engaged in continuous learning and delivering excellent services to our client families
• Preparing reports for the Board, reports and acquittals funding providers, engaging with contract managers
• Financial oversight including budget preparation with the accountant and Board and ensuring fiscal responsibilities are delivered
• Ensuring the sustainability and capability of the organisation for ongoing growth and development

In return you will receive above award conditions including; additional paid leave, above award salary, flexibility, salary sacrificing and a supportive and positive work environment. 

You are welcome to attend a ‘meet and greet’ session with FSN leaders to learn more about the organisation and get a sense of what we do. This will be held on Tuesday 2 April, 3:30-4:30pm at our Waratah Family Centre, 2 High Street, Waratah. 

To be considered for the position you do need to address the Selection Criteria, which is contained in the Information Package, which will be available on our website www.nfss.org.au or you can email *********@nfss.org.au and request a package. This information package includes information about FSN, Organisation Chart, CEO Position Description and selection criteria.

FSN is an EEO employer, committed to diversity and inclusion; applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background and other diverse cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Please provide your responses to the selection criteria along with your resume to ********@nfss.org.au;   Applications close at 5pm on Wednesday 10 April.