Social Impact Portfolio Lead

**Role**: Social Impact Portfolio Lead
**Location**: Murarrie, Brisbane
**Employment Type**: Full-time, Permanent
Be a Catalyst for Change - Social Impact Portfolio Lead
Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for driving social change? Goodstart is seeking a dynamic Social Impact Portfolio Lead to champion our social impact agenda and coordinate high-priority initiatives that shape the future of early learning in Australia.
This is a unique opportunity to work closely with the Chief Impact Officer as a trusted advisor, leading whole-of-portfolio strategy and delivery across thought leadership, public policy, innovation, partnerships, and advocacy. You’ll navigate complex systems, build high-trust relationships, and influence outcomes that extend beyond our organisations.
**Your Impact**:
**In this role, you will**:
Lead end-to-end strategic coordination and delivery across Goodstart’s Social Impact Portfolio
Develop briefing papers, proposals, presentations and executive materials that inform Board and Senior Leadership decisions
Lead and manage strategic partnerships, advisory programs and stakeholder engagement with syndicate members, philanthropic partners and cross-sector collaborators
Surface insights and position Goodstart on key sector trends, risks and policy opportunities
Translate complex evidence and systems into clear policy positions, communications, and actionable project plans that inspire change and influence outcomes at scale
Represent Goodstart in external forums, amplifying our voice and impact in the sector
Act as a catalyst, connector, and collaborator - unlocking influence, funding and innovation to advance our social purpose.
**What Goodstart can offer you**:
Flexible work arrangements giving you choice about when and how work will be done in order to better manage your work and non-work needs
Not-For-Profit Salary Packaging benefits which reduce your taxable income to increase take home pay
Access to discounted childcare (up to 15%)
Fitness Passport - access to gyms and pools for you and your family at a heavily discounted price
Discounted health care and access to employee wellbeing program with BUPA
Exclusive discounts on travel, gym memberships, Apple and Dell products, and more.
Free annual flu shot (optional)
Option to purchase extra leave for even greater work life balance
First Nations Support and Cultural Leave
Work for a company that has an aspiration to be globally recognised for early years practice and learning outcomes
Gain significant investment in your growth and development with support, tools, training and experiences that will truly enhance the progress and outcomes for children in their earliest years.
**You’ll bring to the table**:
Essential
Proven experience advising or supporting senior executives in government, NFP or corporate.
Demonstrated track record in preparing high-quality Board and executive materials (briefings, presentations, reports).
Experience in coordinating strategic agendas and managing multiple projects across teams or portfolios.
Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build and sustain high-trust relationships with internal and external partners.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distil complex ideas for diverse audiences.
Strategic thinking, political acumen and the ability to work independently while effectively engaging executive stakeholders.
Current Working with Children Check
Desirable
Tertiary qualifications in public policy, business, governance, education, or a related field.
Background in advisory or consulting roles, with a focus on strategic influence and stakeholder engagement.
Familiarity with human services sectors (such as education or health) and experience working with cross-sector partners to drive collaborative outcomes.
How to apply
Supporting our people and protecting our children
We’re an equal opportunity employer that is proud of our inclusive and diverse work environment. We know that Goodstarters from diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We’re also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.