Chief Executive Officer

2 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Six Degrees Executive Full time
Chief Executive Officer
  • Cultivating Community
  • Not-For-Profit Social Enterprise
  • Impact Food Systems, Community Gardens and Employment Pathways
About the Organisation
Cultivating Community is a pioneering not-for-profit social enterprise with 25 years of impact in food systems, community gardens, and employment pathways. Its purpose is to create equitable access to sustainable green spaces, strong social connections, and opportunities for people to thrive.
From communal gardens to the Hear Me See Me Employ Me program, Cultivating Community is recognised for creativity, inclusion, and innovation in working with some of Victoria's most underserved communities. The organisation has a strong and diverse workforce, underpinned by a progressive culture that champions equity, opportunity, and connection.

The Opportunity
Six Degrees Executive is proud to partner with Cultivating Community to appoint their next Chief Executive Officer.
This is a rare opportunity to lead a respected, values-driven organisation with a clear strategy, a capable Senior Management Team, and a scalable structure already in place. Your key focus will be to grow, inspire, and innovate.
Key priorities include:
  • Driving growth and sustainability through creative partnerships and diversified revenue across government, corporate, and philanthropy.
  • Championing the organisation's story and purpose, strengthening its profile and influence across multiple stakeholder groups.
  • Inspiring and leading a diverse team, modelling a culture of empathy, respect, and safety.
  • Innovating boldly, identifying unconventional funding opportunities that align with community needs.
About You
This role will suit an experienced CEO or senior executive with deep NFP/philanthropy expertise and stakeholder influence. You will bring:
  • Demonstrated success in business development, partnerships, and income diversification.
  • A passion for food systems, agriculture, or sustainability
  • Experience in community-based programming
  • Proven senior leadership experience, with the ability to engage boards, inspire teams, and deliver strategic outcomes.
  • Financial literacy, including budgeting, reporting, and compliance.
  • An empathetic, people-first style and proven ability to lead with authenticity.
  • A strong commitment to equity, inclusion, and community impact.
Why Join?
  • Lead a well-positioned, respected organisation with a strong foundation and bold growth agenda.
  • Work with a passionate team driving real impact in food systems, sustainability, and community empowerment.
How to Apply
Six Degrees Executive has been exclusively retained for this appointment.
For a confidential discussion, please contact Nick Hindhaugh on To apply, please submit your CV Apply Now.
Six Degrees Executive acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work and live. We are also committed to equal opportunity and strive to promote diversity, inclusion, belonging, flexibility, and accessibility in all that we do.

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