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Join to apply for the Deputy Chief Executive Officer role at Aboriginal Housing Victoria 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Deputy Chief Executive Officer role at Aboriginal Housing Victoria Direct message the job poster from Aboriginal Housing Victoria About the organisation Aboriginal Housing Victoria (AHV) is the largest Aboriginal Registered Housing Agency in Australia, managing more than 1,800 rental properties for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across Victoria. AHVs vision is to ensure that Aboriginal Victorians secure appropriate, affordable housing as a pathway to better lives and stronger communities. In addition to delivering culturally safe housing services, AHV is the lead agency for Victorias Aboriginal housing and homelessness policy, Mana-na woorn-tyeen maar-takoort (Every Aboriginal Person Has a Home). Working in partnership with community, government, and sector stakeholders, AHV plays a critical leadership role in policy development, advocacy, sector reform, and self-determination for Aboriginal housing outcomes. AHV is a values-led organisation grounded in respect for Aboriginal identity and culture, excellence, integrity, collaboration, kindness, and compassion. The organisation has a zero-tolerance approach to violence in any form and is strongly committed to child safety. About the role Following a recent organisational review, Aboriginal Housing Victoria has created the role of Deputy CEO Governance, Quality and Compliance to strengthen executive leadership and succession capability across the organisation. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, this role is a member of the Executive Management Group and is positioned as a key senior leader within AHV, with strong exposure to the Board and external regulatory environment. The role has been designed to provide organisational stability, strengthen governance and compliance frameworks, and support the long-term sustainability of AHV. The Deputy CEO leads a diverse portfolio comprising four teams: Board Executive Support Governance, Performance, Quality and Safety Communications Human Resources and Organisational Development This is a highly influential executive role with responsibility for legal, governance and regulatory compliance and executive-level decision making. The role also provides an opportunity for an experienced Aboriginal executive who may be looking to step into a broader Deputy CEO position, with strong organisational visibility and impact. To receive the Candidate Information Package, please contact Pipeline Talent [email protected]. About you You are a contemporary, culturally grounded executive leader with strong governance, compliance and people leadership experience, and a deep understanding of the context in which Aboriginal community-controlled organisations operate. You bring sound judgement, political acumen, and the ability to navigate complex regulatory and stakeholder environments. You are comfortable working closely with Boards, senior executives, regulators and government, and you lead with integrity, accountability and purpose. You are a collaborative leader who can strengthen systems, drive organisation-wide change, and build a high-performing executive culture. Your leadership style is values-led, inclusive, and change-focused, aligned with Aboriginal self-determination and community aspirations. Selection Criteria Strong awareness and appreciation of Victorian Aboriginal societies, cultures, and contemporary issues affecting Aboriginal people. Proven executive-level leadership and people management capability. Demonstrated experience working closely with Boards and senior governance structures. Extensive experience across governance, legal and regulatory compliance, or organisational assurance functions. High-level conceptual, analytical and judgement capability in complex and sensitive environments. Strong change leadership capability, including strengthening systems, processes and organisational performance. Exceptional interpersonal, negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills across community, government and sector environments. What we can offer you A senior role within a leading Aboriginal community-controlled organisation. The opportunity to shape governance, compliance, culture and executive capability at a statewide level. Competitive remuneration plus superannuation and salary packaging. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements, with a preference for working from the North Fitzroy head office at least two days per week. Relocation assistance available by negotiation. The opportunity to work in a culturally strong, values-led organisation committed to self-determination and community impact. How to apply Your application should include: A current resume. A cover letter responding to the selection criteria and outlining your suitability for the position. Applications are to be submitted via the Pipeline Talent website at: Applications close 11:59pm Sunday 1st of February 2026. How to get more information For further information on the position, please contact the team at Pipeline Talent. Richard Allan Senior Recruitment Consultant M: 0473 806 812 | PH: 02 8001 6603 #J-18808-Ljbffr