Senior Director, Office of the CEO

About the role

The Senior Director, Office of the CEO (OCEO) is a key member of the Executive Team at the Women’s and Children’s Health Network (WCHN). Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the role provides strategic governance, political and system advice while coordinating high‑level engagements with government and board bodies.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all Ministerial, Cabinet and Parliamentary business, including briefings, correspondence, Question Time, Estimates and delivery of election commitments.
• Act as the central coordination point for engagement with the Minister’s Office, Department for Health and Wellbeing and other central agencies.
• Provide authoritative advice to the CEO and Executive on political context, system impacts, emerging risks and Government priorities.
• Drive contemporary corporate governance and Board secretariat functions, ensuring high‑quality decision‑making, accountability and assurance.
• Support the CEO and Executive team in navigating a dynamic, high‑scrutiny environment and enable effective delivery of major reform initiatives.

Required profile

• Extensive senior leadership experience within a complex health system or large public sector organisation.
• Proven track record in government relations, ministerial and parliamentary processes.
• Strong understanding of corporate governance, board operations and assurance frameworks.
• Excellent strategic thinking, risk assessment and stakeholder management capabilities.

Required skills