Executive General Manager

• Shape the future of meaningful employment for people with disability
• Executive leadership of large-scale commercial & employment services
• Drive transformation, innovation and person-centred outcomes

Lead Australia's largest inclusive employment portfolio

About Us

Endeavour Foundation is one of Australia's most recognised and trusted disability service providers. For more than 70 years, we've partnered with people with disability to create opportunities, independence, and brighter futures. As we continue to grow and evolve, we are seeking an exceptional executive leader to guide the strategic direction of our Work Division – a diverse, high-impact portfolio delivering real work and real opportunities across Australia.

About the Role

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer and sitting on the Executive Leadership Team, the Executive General Manager – Work will lead an expansive portfolio dedicated to delivering sustainable, meaningful employment pathways for people with disability.

You will oversee major services including Supported Employment, Supported Hosted Employment, Inclusive Employment Australia, Workforce Australia programs, and Apprenticeships and Traineeships. These services play a vital role in supporting independence, social inclusion, skill development and long-term employment outcomes.

This role demands a strategic, commercially minded, and values-driven leader who can influence at all levels and guide complex operations with clarity, confidence and purpose.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Shape and deliver divisional strategy aligned to organisational goals.
• Lead transformation of the employment services portfolio to ensure contemporary, person-centred and sustainable outcomes.
• Develop business models and workforce strategies aligned with NDIS and customer needs.

Customer & Stakeholder Impact

• Grow Business Solutions offerings, including recycling and e-waste services.
• Build strong partnerships with commercial customers, government and service partners.
• Drive customer satisfaction, retention and growth through innovative, customer-centred approaches.
• Ensure meaningful engagement with families, carers, guardians and other key stakeholders.

People Leadership

• Foster a collaborative, high-performing and values-driven culture.
• Lead, coach and develop leaders to build capability, engagement and performance.
• Model best practice in safety, inclusion, change leadership and governance.

Operational Excellence

• Position Endeavour Foundation as a leader in both commercial operations and employment services.
• Identify growth opportunities, operational efficiencies and market trends to enhance service quality and commercial performance.
• Ensure effective governance, compliance, risk management and quality systems.

Financial Sustainability

• Drive financial performance across sales, funding, billing and operational expenditure.
• Lead financial modelling, ratio optimisation and strategic business planning.
• Provide clear reporting and forecasting to the Executive Leadership Team and Board.
• Ensure long-term financial viability through sound fiscal management.

What You Bring

Capabilities & Experience

• A proven senior executive with success leading large, complex operations – ideally in manufacturing, production, employment services or related industries.
• Demonstrated ability to lead transformation, manage complexity and deliver strong commercial outcomes.
• Deep experience in managing geographically dispersed teams and complex programs.
• Strong stakeholder influence at executive and board levels.
• Experience navigating compliance frameworks, quality systems, and risk environments.

Skills & Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Business, Commerce or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Exceptional communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Strength in aligning organisational design, operational effectiveness and quality with strategy.

Why Join Us?

• Lead a values-driven organisation dedicated to creating opportunities for people with disability.
• Shape the future of inclusive employment in Australia.
• Work with a passionate Executive Leadership Team committed to innovation and impact.
• Attractive executive remuneration package + salary packaging benefits.

Benefits and Perks

• Salary Packaging Benefits Package up to $15,900of your annual salary tax free.
• In addition to your tax-free benefit, you can also use up to$2,650 of your pre-tax income to pay for entertainment expenses (meals, holiday accommodation etc).
• An Employee Assistance Program - a free and confidential counselling service available to all staff and their family members.
• Discounts on Corporate Private Health Insurance Plans, white goods, and appliances.
• Discounted family gym memberships through Fitness Passport.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Reward and Recognition Program.

How to Apply

If you are a visionary and commercially astute executive leader who thrives in complex environments and is driven by purpose, we would love to hear from you. Please click "apply"to submit your applicationand join #TeamPossible today

Endeavour Foundation encourages applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures. This includes Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, CALD (Culturally and Linguistically Diverse), the LGBTQI+ community, and people with disability. We value inclusivity and are committed to adjusting our recruitment process to ensure accessibility and support of an applicant's needs.