Leads strategic initiatives supporting Uniting’s systems-change agenda, from concept through implementation and evaluation. Develops strategies, business cases, briefs and delivery plans; manages stakeholders, budgets, risks, governance, timelines and reporting; coordinates advocacy, policy, research, media, government relations and innovation teams; builds partnerships; assesses social and political environments; and evaluates impact to advance meaningful social change.

Lead growth and business development for Uniting’s Communities directorate by identifying opportunities, securing government and philanthropic funding, managing complex tenders, developing partnerships, and creating commercially sound business cases. Translate policy and funding reforms into growth strategies, coordinate cross-functional stakeholders, advise senior leaders, and ensure successful opportunities transition into sustainable service delivery.