Essential Criteria
- Extensive strategic leadership experience in complex or system-facing environments, with a strong track record in policy development, strategic planning, and impact measurement.
- Proven ability to translate strategy into implementation, with strengths in setting priorities, overseeing delivery, and managing organisational performance.
- Demonstrated credibility in engaging senior stakeholders, particularly across government, regulators, and other high-level system partners.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to use insight and evidence to inform strategic decisions and drive continuous improvement.
- Outstanding people leadership, with experience leading inclusive, multi-disciplinary teams and fostering high-performing, supportive cultures.
- Comfortable working in complex and ambiguous environments, with a clear ability to create alignment, generate momentum, and deliver results.
Desirable
- Understanding of financial wellbeing, regulated services or national public service delivery.
- Experience working in or alongside an arm’s-length body or strategic government partner.