Western NSW Community Legal Centre Inc. (WNSWCLC) is seeking an experienced and values-driven Executive Officer to lead our organisation. This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for the strategic direction, operational management, and sustainable growth of WNSWCLC, a not-for-profit community legal centre delivering free legal services to people experiencing disadvantage across Western NSW.
ABOUT US
Western NSW Community Legal Centre (WNSWCLC) is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to promoting access to justice for people facing disadvantage across our region. We provide free legal advice, representation, referrals, and community legal education to empower and support our communities. Based in Dubbo, our team delivers regular outreach to more than a dozen regional and remote communities across Western NSW.
The specialist unit, Western Women’s Legal Support (WWLS), plays a vital role in supporting women and children affected by domestic and family violence, delivering trauma-informed, culturally safe legal and non-legal support.
We are values-driven and committed to justice, respect, integrity, and advocacy for systemic change through community engagement and law reform.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As Executive Officer, you will lead an experienced team and report directly to the Volunteer Management Committee. You will be the main external face of WNSWCLC, holding primary responsibility for the organisation’s strategic direction, financial sustainability, and operational performance. Key responsibilities include:
- Leading the development and implementation of WNSWCLC’s Strategic Plan in collaboration with staff and the Management Committee.
- Managing all aspects of organisational compliance, including statutory, funding, and contractual obligations.
- Building and maintaining relationships with funders, government agencies, community organisations, legal sector partners, and media.
- Overseeing financial management across multiple funding streams, including budget development, monitoring, and reporting.
- Driving funding sustainability through grants management, funding submissions, and fundraising strategy.
- Leading, supporting, and developing a skilled multidisciplinary team.
- Resourcing and supporting the volunteer Management Committee to fulfil its governance responsibilities.
- Representing WNSWCLC at a senior level across Western NSW, Sydney, and remote communities, including overnight travel.
ABOUT YOU
We are looking for a confident, compassionate leader who is passionate about access to justice and community-led service delivery. You will have:
- Demonstrated experience in high-level management of staff and budgets, policy development, and setting strategic direction.
- Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline (business, law, public administration, social science, or equivalent).
- Experience working in, or a thorough understanding of, the requirements of working within a legal practice.
- Demonstrated commitment to social justice, particularly for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and those experiencing economic, social, and cultural disadvantage.
- Comprehensive knowledge of statutory and compliance requirements applicable to not-for-profit organisations, including funding agreement obligations.
- Experience working with or for volunteer committees in the community services sector.
- High-level oral and written communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to represent the organisation at a senior level.
- Demonstrated experience in sourcing grants, developing budgets, and monitoring funder compliance.
- A current NSW Driver’s Licence and willingness to travel to regional, remote areas and Sydney, including overnight stays.
WHY JOIN US
At WNSWCLC, you will be part of a passionate, purpose-driven organisation working to create real change in the lives of people across Western NSW. In this role, you will:
- Lead an organisation that delivers genuine access to justice for people who need it most.
- Work in a values-led environment that prioritises respect, equity, and compassion.
- Be supported by an engaged volunteer Management Committee committed to good governance.
- Receive salary packaging benefits to increase your take-home pay.
- Have access to ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Be supported with relocation assistance (if applicable).
REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS
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Salary: $135,000 – $142,000 per annum (depending on experience) plus superannuation.
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Salary Packaging: Take advantage of not-for-profit salary packaging to reduce your tax liability and maximise your take-home pay.
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Career Development: Access to professional development opportunities, including sector conferences and events.
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential counselling services available for you and your family.
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Additional Leave Entitlements: Additional paid extra leave during the Christmas and New Year period.
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Inclusive Work Culture: A supportive environment that values diversity, inclusion, and well-being.
MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS
- Successful applicants will be required to complete a National Police Check and a Working with Children Check.
APPLY NOW!
- To apply for this position, click ‘APPLY’ and upload a copy of your cover letter (addressing the selection criteria outlined in the position description) and CV.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- For any questions, to request a position description, or for a confidential conversation, contact Trevor Mvundura on (02) 6884 9422 or email hr@wnswclc.org.au
