Executive Director, Policy and Strategic Partnerships

About The Role

Reporting directly to the CEO, this pivotal role will lead the strategic direction of LHA’s policy, research, and communications functions. As a key representative of the organisation, you will engage with senior government officials, strategic partners, and stakeholders to influence national policy, research and communications and drive sector-wide change. You will lead a high-performing team, champion innovation, and ensure LHA’s work is grounded in evidence, aligned with LHA’s purpose, and communicated effectively to diverse audiences

What you will do

• Provide strategic leadership across policy development, research, and communications.
• Represent the organisation at the highest levels with government, members, and strategic partners
• Deliver expert advice and insights to the CEO and Executive Leadership Team.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement across all portfolio areas.
• Strengthen stakeholder engagement and national presence through regular travel and representation.
• Build organisational capacity to influence health and wellbeing policy through evidence-based approaches.

Details

Essential Criteria

You are a dynamic and strategic thinker with:

• Proven experience in senior leadership roles within policy, advocacy, or strategic partnerships.
• Demonstrated understanding of the LGBTIQ+ health and wellbeing sector or related fields.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• A track record of influencing policy and building high-impact partnerships.
• Strong leadership capabilities with a collaborative and empowering approach.

Other Information

• Locations: Sydney or Canberra
• Role is permanent, full-time
• Competitive remuneration on SCHADS Award Level 8, starting from $130,900 (incl leave loading) base salary, plus super and NFP salary sacrifice

How to Apply

Apply now with your resume, a cover letter briefly outlining your experience, vision for the role and answers to the following two targeted questions (Please aim for no more than 400– 500 words per question (roughly one A4 page):

1. Strategic Leadership and Influence - Describe a time when you led a significant policy or strategic initiative that required highlevel engagement with government or key stakeholders. What was your approach, how did you navigate competing interests, and what was the outcome?
2. Driving Innovation and Impact - How have you fostered innovation and continuous improvement within a policy, research, or communications team? Please provide an example that demonstrates your leadership style, ability to build capacity, and the impact of your work.

Applications Close: Please apply as soon as possible – we will be assessing applications on a rolling basis and will close the process when a suitable candidate is found.

• Applications should be sent via email to divy@enrichhr.com.au
• Please use Exec Director, Policy and Strategic Partnerships in the subject line.

Join our team and be part of an organisation that is dedicated and committed to creating positive change and advancing the health and well-being of LGBTIQ+ people and communities

Accessibility

• If you have any access requirements or need to submit your application in alternative format, please contact us to discuss.
• You can apply verbally over the phone or through a face-to-face meeting if you cannot submit a written application.
• You will need to tell us about your previous work experience, your suitability for this role and your answers to the target questions.

We encourage people from diverse backgrounds including people with a disability, LGBTIQ+ people, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply

LGBTIQ+ Health Australia

LGBTIQ+ Health Australia (LHA), is the national peak body for LGBTIQ+ health and wellbeing for organisations and individuals that provide health-related programs, services and research focused on lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans/transgender, intersex, queer and other sexual orientations, gender, and bodily diverse people.