Executive Director Finance And Governance

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Executive Director Finance and Governance

The Organisation

At Murray PHN, five organisational values - Leadership, Collaboration, Respect, Accountability, and Innovation - drive the way we do business, the way we influence the health system and the way we interact with each other and our stakeholders.

As a not-for-profit organisation, and one of six Primary Health Networks (PHNs) in Victoria and 31 across Australia, we work with rural and regional services and national agencies to not only support health reform, but to develop locally relevant models of care, workforce solutions and to pilot innovative programs.

Whether it's supporting individuals with chronic conditions, enhancing mental health services, or reducing avoidable hospital stays, our focus is commissioning primary healthcare services that are accessible, high-quality, culturally responsive, sustainable, and importantly meet population needs and prevent disease.

The Opportunity

Our newly created role of Executive Director Finance and Governance is a pivotal addition to our exceptional Executive Leadership Team.

Reporting directly to the CEO and serving as Company Secretary, you will lead a high-performing team responsible for finance, governance, compliance, risk, audit, and legal functions.

This is a unique opportunity to shape strategic direction, ensure regulatory excellence, and foster a culture of accountability and innovation across the organisation. You will be instrumental in supporting Murray PHN’s mission to improve health outcomes and equity across our diverse regional communities.

Key Accountabilities

• Lead the Finance and Governance Business Unit, overseeing financial strategy, budgeting, compliance, and risk management.
• Provide strategic advice to the CEO and Board, ensuring alignment with organisational goals.
• Champion a culture of performance, integrity, and continuous improvement.
• Manage relationships with key stakeholders including the Commonwealth Department of Health, Disability and Ageing and Murray PHN Board.
• Oversee governance frameworks, regulatory and funder compliance, enterprise-wide risk management and corporate reporting.
• Drive financial strategic planning and business resilience initiatives.

About you

Our ideal candidate has a passion for purpose-driven leadership. You thrive in complex environments, bring strategic clarity, and are committed to excellence in governance and financial stewardship. You are motivated by the opportunity to lead with integrity and community impact front of mind.

Key Capabilities

• CPA or CA qualified with extensive experience in financial leadership, ideally a minimum of 10 years’ developing strong commercial judgement and the ability to assimilate and synthesise complex financial, regulatory and legal information
• Substantial governance leadership that includes risk management and the legal and regulatory compliance of an organisation with a charitable and/or non-profit purpose
• Proven ability to lead high-performing teams and drive strategic outcomes through coaching, building capability and fostering employee alignment to the strategic vision and values of the organisation
• An ability to participate in robust discussion as a collegial member of the Executive group and influence and negotiate outcomes of strategic value
• Exceptional communication and engagement skills with the ability to clearly articulate strategies, risks and rationale for change to Board level
• A connection with the Murray PHN catchment, our values and vision

What We Offer

• Generous Remuneration Package with the opportunity to maximise take-home pay through extensive salary packaging – up to $15,900 on everyday living expenses and $2,650 towards meal entertainment each year
• Generous annual and sick leave provision - 25 days annual leave for each year of service and up to 15 days personal leave days annually
• Hybrid and flexible working options
• Access to an employee assistance program with free counselling
• Access to professional development opportunities

Application Process

Applications are treated in the strictest confidence at every stage of our selection process.

Please submit your resume and cover letter addressing the position requirements by clicking on ‘Apply’.

A copy of the full Position Description is available on our careers page: murrayphn.connxcareers.com

Murray PHN values diverse representation, experiences and ideas, at all levels of our organisation. If this position inspires you but you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply or contact [emailprotected] to learn more.

Applications close Thursday 14 August at 11.59pm

Successful candidates will be requiredto provide professional references, complete criminal history and financial checks, and verify relevant qualifications and professional registrations.

Inclusion Statement

Murray PHN is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and developing a workplace culture that is safe and accessible, respectful, fosters inclusiveness, promotes diversity and embraces the unique skills and qualities of all our employees. We are committed to creating genuine employment opportunities for everyone and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, LGBTIQA+, neurodiverse people and people from diverse cultural backgrounds.

At Murray PHN, we aspire to be an anti-racist organisation, embedding cultural humility as a daily practice, to improve health outcomes and health equity in our communities. We recognise cultural humility as a life-long commitment to self-reflection, personal growth and redressing power imbalances in our society.

Murray PHN acknowledges its catchment crosses over many unceded First Nations Countries, following the Dhelkunya Yaluk (Healing River). We pay our respects and give thanks to the Ancestors, Elders and Young people for their nurturing, protection and caregiving of these sacred lands and waterways, acknowledging their continuing cultural, spiritual and educational practices.

To ensure our recruitment process is accessible and barrier-free, applicants can request adjustments at any stage by contacting Cathryn Selvon, Coordinator Employee Inclusion and Recruitment, via email [emailprotected]

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At Murray PHN, our values - Leadership, Collaboration, Respect, Accountability, and Innovation - drive the way we do business, the way we influence the health system and the way we interact with each other and our stakeholders.

We are a not-for-profit organisation and one of six Primary Health Networks (PHNs) in Victoria. We work with rural and regional services and national agencies to support health reform, develop locally relevant models of care, workforce solutions and to pilot innovative programs.

Our focus is commissioning primary healthcare services that are accessible, high-quality, culturally responsive, sustainable, and meet population needs and prevent disease.

At Murray PHN, our values - Leadership, Collaboration, Respect, Accountability, and Innovation - drive the way we do business, the way we influence the health system and the way we interact with each other and our stakeholders.

We are a not-for-profit organisation and one of six Primary Health Networks (PHNs) in Victoria. We work with rural and regional services and national agencies to support health reform, develop locally relevant models of care, workforce solutions and to pilot innovative programs.

Our focus is commissioning primary healthcare services that are accessible, high-quality, culturally responsive, sustainable, and meet population needs and prevent disease.

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