Staff
Robert Stirling DrPH, Chief Executive Officer
Robert (he/him) plays a key role in supporting member services in AOD and public health policy, advocacy, planning and funding, research and evaluation, performance and compliance, accreditation and quality improvement, governance, and sector and workforce development. Robert has worked in the AOD sector for almost 20 years, and holds qualifications in public health and community management. His doctorate explored performance measurement of NSW non-government AOD treatment services. Contact Robert Stirling.
Chris Keyes, Deputy Chief Executive Officer
Chris (she/her) plays a key role in organisational development and lead on AOD sector policy and advocacy. Chris has 20 years’ experience across government and non-government healthcare settings in Australia and the UK, including occupational therapy, mental health and peak body positions. She also brings a background in organisational leadership, planning and performance, workforce development and commissioning. Chris holds qualifications in occupational therapy, project management and community sector management. Contact Chris Keyes.
Michele Campbell, Clinical Director
Michele (she/her) provides expert clinical advice and resource development across the range of NADA strategic goals, informing the continued development of a skilled, competent and relevant AOD sector. Other responsibilities include sector advocacy and representation with external stakeholders, as well as contributing to NADA policy responses and external policy development. She has worked in the AOD sector for over 25 years in a range of residential and non-residential settings. She holds qualifications in psychology, counselling, strategic organisational development, leadership and management, and leadership coaching. Contact Michele Campbell.
Raechel Wallace, Aboriginal Program Manager
Raechel (she/her) provides NADA and its members with advice and guidance regarding culturally appropriate practice alongside Aboriginal people who work in, or are seeking assistance from, AOD treatment. Raechel’s mob is the Wandi Wandian people of the Yuin nation. Raechel has worked in the AOD sector for the past 15 years primarily supporting Aboriginal people. Her background includes service management, project management and workforce support. Contact Raechel Wallace.
Antonia Ravesi, Program Manager
Antonia (she/her) supports member clinical teams, with a focus on the Continuing Coordinated Care Program. She provides clinical advice, support and advocacy to enhance service accessibility; best practice treatment approaches that also include the transfer of care for clients; and support for creating sustainable work practices. Antonia has 30 years of frontline experience in the AOD sector, including homelessness and complex trauma counselling. She has qualifications in communications, AOD, mental health, counselling and holds a Masters in Sandplay. Contact Antonia Ravesi.
Majella Fernando, Project Coordinator
Majella (she/her) coordinates workforce and sector development activities in line with NADA’s strategic plan. These initiatives are designed to equip the AOD workforce with the necessary tools and resources to deliver high-quality services and support, such as the NADA policy toolkit and a range of networks. Majella is qualified in compliance and has extensive project management experience. For more information, contact Majella Fernando.
Mei Lin Lee PhD, Senior Research Officer
Mei Lin (she/her) provides NADA and its members with research and ethics support. She also supports best practice governance of NADAbase data, in coordination with the NADA Data and Research Advisory Group. Mei Lin comes from a clinical pharmacist and public health background. She holds a Ph.D. from the Center for Big Data Research in Health, UNSW Sydney. Contact Mei Lin Lee.
Nathanael Curtis, Aboriginal Research Officer
Nathanael (he/him) provides NADA and its members with support, development, and project management of agreed NADA research and evaluation projects. He also works closely with the NADA First Nations Research and Data Reference Group which focuses on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander data on NADAbase. Nathanael is from the South Coast of NSW with family ties to Wreck Bay, La Perouse, and the Illawarra. He has had over 10 years’ experience in the AOD sector, working in case management through to client service and program management. Contact Nathanael Curtis.
Samantha Taouk, Data Analyst
Sam (she/her) provides operational support to the NADAbase team. She works closely with the Senior Research Officer to ensure organisational members have adequate support with the collection, analysis and reporting of quality data to demonstrate treatment outcomes. Sam’s background is a blend of biomedical sciences and public health, particularly in reporting and communication of health data analytics. She holds a masters degree of international public health from the University of Sydney. Contact Samantha Taouk.
Jennifer Uzabeaga, Consumer Engagement Coordinator
Jennifer (she/her) assists member services to assess, improve or develop their consumer participation initiatives. She is also responsible for ensuring that NADA’s programs and service has input from people with living/lived experience, and for supporting our consumer groups and network. She has experience working in frontline AOD services and is working towards a degree in social science. Contact Jennifer Lucas.
Sharon Lee, Communications Officer
Sharon (she/her) is responsible for NADA’s communications strategy, marketing, publications and brand management. She is also a member of the advocacy subcommittee. Get in touch if you have a suggestion for Frontline or the Advocate. Sharon holds qualifications in public health, marketing and visual art, and uses strategic communications to influence positive health and social change. Contact Sharon Lee.
Maricar Navarro, Operations Manager
Maz (she/her) is responsible for office management, human resources, finance support, executive/secretariat support for the NADA Board of Directors, and coordinating functions in relation to operations and corporate events. She leads NADA’s accreditation process, providing oversight of continuous quality improvement systems. Members can contact her for quality improvement and membership enquiries. Maricar holds qualifications in business and management, human resources, and visual communications. Contact Maricar Navarro.
Amelia Tawfik, Project Support Officer
Amelia (she/her) manages NADA’s event coordination, including registrations, venue liaison, and catering. With a background in administration, sociology, and community services, she oversees event execution and grant administration. For assistance with event-related inquiries and support with training grant programs, contact Amelia Tawfik.
