About Transfolk of WA

Transfolk of WA is a non-for-profit organisation that exists to support trans and gender diverse people in Western Australia, by providing support services, community spaces, advocacy, education and training, and events. We are a growing and dynamic organisation, seeking to continue to expand our services and reach to best serve our community.

About the role

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated individual who is committed to the organisational growth of Transfolk of WA and operationalisation of our core purpose to inform, empower, and advocate for trans and gender diverse people to be our inaugural CEO.

The inaugural CEO will be pioneering the position within Transfolk of WA, with significant input in shaping the role itself. The CEO will collaborate with the board in executing the strategic direction of Transfolk of WA, take a proactive approach to growing our service delivery, and focus on expanding our ability to deliver tangible benefits to the trans and gender diverse community in WA. As well as working with the board, the CEO will make decisions that align with the values of Transfolk of WA within delegated authority.

The CEO will work closely with staff to support the daily needs of the organisation and act as a representative for the organisation and the trans and gender diverse community. Supporting staff needs and working to ensure that our service delivery is meeting the needs of the community will be a central component of the role. The CEO will be a visible leader and an active organiser within Transfolk of WA and ensure staff safety, collaboration, and professional development.

The role will require some work out of regular office hours and may involve domestic travel for the purpose of representing Transfolk of WA at event and engagements with internal and external stakeholders from the community, community services sector, and government. The CEO will build strong relationships and engage earnestly with the community, sector, and government, as a representative of Transfolk of WA and the trans and gender diverse community.

The position is 0.8 FTE (30.4 hours per week). This can be spread flexibly across 5 days. The CEO will have access to a West Perth office location, and flexible working arrangements may be considered in collaboration with the Board.

Key duties

• Develop and implement a strategic plan with the Board, providing expert advice on internal and external issues.
• Ensure efficient and effective operations in line with organisational values, community need and contractual obligations.
• Develop policies and systems to ensure compliance with laws and industry best practice and manage risks to the organisation.
• Oversee staffing to promote a positive and productive work culture.
• Ensure fiscal responsibility, oversee preparation of annual budgets, secure funding, and lead fundraising activities.

Transfolk of WA highly values lived experience and strongly encourage those with lived experience as a trans, non-binary or gender diverse person to apply. We know that members of our community often undervalue their exceptional skills, talents, and lived experience for a multitude of factors. We hope that members of the trans and gender diverse community can recognise the unique insight and experience they can bring and put themselves forward to be considered.

Would you like more information?

For more information, you can email [email protected] using the subject line: Chief Executive Officer enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Equal opportunity

Transfolk of WA is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to fostering a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from people with a disability and will make any reasonable adjustment that you need both in the interview process and on the job. If you need assistance or if you have any questions in relation to the recruitment or application process, please let us know at [email protected] using the subject line: Chief Executive Officer enquiry via EthicalJobs.