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

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We review applications as they are submitted. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible for your best chance to progress to the next stage of the process. At Goodstart we are deeply committed to Reconciliation and encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. For further information and support email

Have a question? Contact our Talent Acquisition Partner - Vinisha via email

If you are a placement agency or external recruiter, please refrain from submitting resumes to Goodstart unless you have a signed staffing agency agreement with us. Goodstart will not be responsible for or pay any placement fees for candidates submitted by agencies that are not approved suppliers. Any resumes received from agencies or external recruiters without an agreement will be reviewed by Goodstart and may be shared with our internal recruiting team for their reference.

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.

Safety is our priority and we will take any action necessary to ensure that all children can feel safe and be safe, and are safeguarded from abuse, neglect and harm. As a Child Safe Organisation, all of our candidates must have or obtain a valid working with children check.