Chief executive officer (CEO)
- Full-time
- Darkinjung Country, Central Coast NSW
Kamira
Description
Lead with purpose. Empower Change.
Kamira is a specialist residential rehabilitation service for women, with a strong focus on Aboriginal women, pregnant women, and mothers with children from across NSW. Situated on Darkinjung Country, our mission is to support women on their recovery journey through evidence-based, trauma-informed, and culturally safe care.
We are seeking a values-driven, politically astute female CEO to lead Kamira through its next strategic phase. This is an exceptional opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of women and children while shaping the future of this residential service.
The Role
- Drive the implementation of Kamira’s 2025–2028 Strategic Plan
- Lead a skilled and committed team across clinical, operational, and community functions
- Build and sustain strong relationships with funders, sector bodies, and Aboriginal and community partners
- Represent Kamira as a respected voice in AOD policy, funding, and advocacy circles
- Ensure Kamira’s continued excellence in governance, service delivery, and innovation
Requirement
Kamira considers being a woman as a genuine occupational requirement for this position under section 31 of the Anti-discrimination Act (NSW)
About You
- Strong advocacy skills and political acumen
- Deep understanding of AOD, social services or community health environments
- Commitment to culturally safe practice and inclusive leadership
- Proven executive or senior management experience, ideally in a government-funded or not-for-profit setting
- Ability to lead teams with authenticity, respect and purpose
Why Kamira?
Kamira is more than a treatment service – it's a place of healing, belonging, and hope. Our model offers live-in support to women and their young children in a safe and supportive therapeutic environment. As CEO, you will lead an organisation with a powerful legacy and the freedom to shape its future.
You will enjoy working with a friendly, social and passionate team of women. We offer an attractive remuneration package including salary packaging.
Kamira is a smoke free, abstinence-based environment.
How to apply?
Please provide:
- A letter telling us how you meet the five essential criteria in the ‘About You’ section and why you have an interest in leading Kamira.
- Your current resume setting out your work and other relevant experience
Kamira considers being a woman as a genuine occupational requirement for this position under section 31 of the Anti-discrimination Act (NSW)
Please contact Monique Cardon, monique@kamira.com.au or 0412 293 913
