Multicultural NSW is dedicated to fostering a cohesive and harmonious multicultural society that enriches the lives of all people in NSW.

With a mission grounded in the Multicultural NSW Act 2000, we stand as the lead organisation in promoting and monitoring multicultural principles.

We serve as a bridge between the government and diverse communities, ensuring equitable access to services and opportunities. Our work is supported by the Multicultural NSW Advisory Board, which provides independent advice to the agency and the Minister, drawing from the vast cultural diversity and experience of its members.

The position

The Deputy Chief Executive Officer plays a pivotal role in the advancing Multicultural NSW’s strategic direction. You will be instrumental in promoting cultural understanding and equity across government services, ensuring the voices of multicultural communities are heard and acted upon.

This role involves leading the development and implementation of strategic plans, maintaining robust stakeholder relationships, and securing funding for critical programs.

You will oversee a significant portfolio, including the Multicultural NSW Grants Program, ensuring strong governance and transparency.
As a senior leader, you will provide executive direction and inspire a commitment to cultural diversity and inclusion across the organisation.

About you

To be successful in this role, you must demonstrate:

• Extensive experience in senior executive roles, ideally within the public sector or community organisations focused on cultural diversity and inclusion.
• Strong understanding of cross-cultural issues and ability to engage effectively with diverse communities.
• Proven ability to develop and implement strategic plans and initiatives that drive organisational goals.
• Expertise in stakeholder engagement, with a track record of building and sustaining positive relationships with community organisations, government agencies, and other key stakeholders.
• High-level communication and negotiation skills, capable of influencing senior leaders and representing the agency at public forums and media engagements.
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams towards achieving excellence in service delivery.
• A commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of work.

Multicultural NSW is committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace. Applicants from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Are you ready to join us?

Click Apply Now, attach a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements of the role as well as an up-to-date résumé (maximum 5 pages).

Got a question?

For further information or to arrange a confidential conversation regarding your suitability, please contact Chris Morrison on (02) 8000 7121. Alternatively, you can email us at [email protected], using the subject line: Deputy CEO enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit

We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience, and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers, and other diversity groups.

Other Information: A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.