Director – Office of the CEO VACCA – Victorian Aboriginal Child and Community Agency is an Aboriginal Community‑Controlled organisation committed to supporting and advocating for Aboriginal communities. Position : Full‑time, Fixed term – 2 years Location : Preston Salary : $166,354–$185,520, plus super and salary packaging available The Organisation The Victorian Aboriginal Child and Community Agency (VACCA) is the largest Aboriginal‑controlled organisation of its kind in Australia, passionately providing support, service and advocacy for our children and other vulnerable members of the community. About the role The Office of the CEO is responsible, within the context of State and Federal policy positions, for organisational direction and opportunities as they relate to Aboriginal children, families and the Victorian Aboriginal community. The Director of the OCEO works closely with and directly reports to the CEO, and is a member of the VACCA Leadership Group. In this role you will: Lead and influence VACCA’s advocacy and policy development across the organisation Drive strategic planning, governance, compliance and Board reporting processes Manage social policy, fundraising and philanthropy, external training, and communications teams Build relationships with external sector stakeholders, ACCOs, partners, and ministerial advisers Support the CEO in organisational leadership and strategic direction Strengthen capacity building in advocacy and policy development throughout VACCA About You Demonstrated awareness and appreciation of State and Federal Aboriginal affairs with a commitment to continual learning Outstanding knowledge of the State and Federal policy positions, directions and political opportunities relevant to Aboriginal children, families and the Victorian Aboriginal community Proven experience providing high‑level quality policy advice, written and verbal Influential policy assessment skills including data analysis, narrative, and synthesis of forum papers and policy materials Excellent stakeholder management skills with experience establishing and developing effective relationships and networks Sound understanding of VACCA’s governance, service delivery and compliance obligations Requirements Experience in child & family services and/or a graduate qualification in social work or a related discipline Valid Police Check, Working with Children’s Check (or willingness to obtain) and a Victorian Driver’s Licence Current COVID‑19 vaccination (Strongly recommended) We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. Applications should include a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria and a current resume. Application closes by November 16, 2025. We are committed to Aboriginal self‑determination and supporting strong, safe, thriving Aboriginal communities. VACCA is a child‑safe organisation and is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children and young people with zero tolerance for child abuse. All successful applicants will be required to undertake a National Police Record Check and Working with Children Check before commencement and periodically thereafter. VACCA is an equal‑opportunity employer and has a smoke‑free workplace policy. J-18808-Ljbffr
