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CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, TRANSCEND AUSTRALIA
• Lead sustained and impactful change
• Strengthen and empower families
• Deliver high quality services with purpose
About the organisation
Transcend Australia (Transcend) supports and advocates for families of trans, non-binary, and gender-diverse (TGDNB) children and young people. The organisation delivers rights-based services and advocacy that celebrates gender diversity, affirms autonomy, and enhances the protective factors for strong families and young people’s health and wellbeing. Established in 2012 as a peer support group and now a registered charity, the organisation pledges a “nothing about us without us” approach as they work towards a world where TGDNB children and young people are living safe and empowered lives, free from discrimination.
About the role
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Transcend provides visionary leadership, working collaboratively with the Board to shape strategic direction and ensure the organisation’s long-term success. Partnering with staff, volunteers and stakeholders, the CEO upholds strong governance, financial sustainability and operational excellence while fostering key relationships with Governments, funders and partners. Leading the implementation of the 2024-2028 Strategic Plan, the CEO strengthens services, advocacy, and collaboration to maximise impact while championing a culture of inclusivity that is embedded across all programs and services.
About you
You are a dynamic, values-driven leader with a deep commitment to advancing the rights and wellbeing of TGDNB communities. With extensive experience in rights-based service delivery and ensuring good clinical governance, you bring a strategic, intersectional approach to leadership and advocacy. Your ability to navigate complex political, social, and cultural landscapes ensures meaningful engagement with stakeholders and sustained, impactful change. Grounded in respect, resilience and lived experience your leadership fosters collaboration, strengthens organisational influence and creates long term benefits for communities. You will relish this unique opportunity to guide Transcend’s future and enhance its influence.
To express interest click ‘Apply for this job’. For more information, please see the Candidate Brief or email Lilli Vagnarelli (she/her) at lilli.vagnarelli@shk.com.au. Please submit your CV (resume) and a concise cover note in Microsoft Word format. Closes 5 March 2025. Direct and third-party applications will be forwarded to SHK.