Executive Director Community Services

Executive Director Community Services

Executive Leadership Team

Health Executive Employment and Remuneration Policy

76 hours per fortnight

Full Time, Max Term (5years)

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Are you looking for a new opportunity to shape the future of community health services across a growing regional catchment while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of the beautiful Echuca-Moama region?

Echuca Regional Health (ERH) proudly serves the Shire of Campaspe and Murray River Council, with Echuca and Moama located side by side on the banks of the iconic Murray River. As the largest employer in the region with over 1,000 staff, ERH offers a wide range of hospital, aged care, and community health services, and is growing as a sub-regional teaching health service.

Whether you're seeking a career change, a lifestyle shift, or both—ERH provides genuine opportunities for growth, development, and making a difference in a welcoming regional community.

About the Role:

ERH is seeking an outstanding executive leader to join our Executive Team as Executive Director Community Services (EDCS).

 At ERH, you will join a Health Service committed to excellence, innovation and community wellbeing, while working alongside passionate and dedicated professionals who make a genuine difference every day.

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the EDCS is responsible for the strategic leadership, governance and operational oversight of a diverse portfolio of community services, ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality and person-centered care aligned with ERH’s strategic direction.

Leading a portfolio with an annual expenditure budget of approximately $23.5 million, the EDCS will ensure services are responsive to community need, accessible, culturally safe and integrated across health service, community, home and virtual care settings.

Working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, the successful candidate will drive service innovation, strengthen partnerships and ensure our services continue to evolve to meet the changing needs of the communities we serve.

Qualifications/experience required:

·        Tertiary qualifications in Nursing, Allied Health, Public Health or equivalent

·        Post-graduate qualifications in Leadership, Management, Business or Public Health highly regarded

Why Work at ERH?

At ERH we offer a supportive and inclusive culture that offers opportunity for growth and development.  As well as that we have a fantastic range of benefits for our employees, including:

·        Generous salary packaging opportunities, to increase your take-home pay each fortnight

·        Flexible working arrangements

·        Supportive and experienced leadership

·        Health and wellbeing programs

·        Career progression and skill development opportunities

·        Confidential Employee Assistance Program for staff and family

·        Free onsite parking

·        Free staff vaccinations

Echuca Region – A Great Place to Live and Work

Echuca Moama offers the perfect blend of lifestyle and opportunity. Nestled along the iconic Murray River, the region boasts a relaxed pace, affordable living, and a strong sense of community. With great schools, vibrant local businesses, and easy access to nature and recreation, it’s an ideal place to live, work, and raise a family—all just a few hours from Melbourne.

How to Apply:

All applicants are to apply online via Seek and must include:

·        A Cover Letter

·        Resume

·        Key Selection Criteria**

**Please note: Selection Criteria can be located within the position description. Applicants are required to send a separate document detailing response to the ‘selection criteria’ to [email protected]

For a copy of the Position Description and candidate pack please email [email protected]

Enquiries about this position should be directed to Carol-Anne Lever, Chief Executive Officer on: (03) 5485 5037 5485 5037).

Applications Close: 5pm Wednesday 4th November 2026 Apply today!

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the closing date.

We appreciate the time taken to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted; if you do not hear from us, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Applications are not accepted from agencies.

Diversity and Inclusion

At ERH, we value and celebrate the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and talents of our people. We encourage applications from all members of the community, including people of Aboriginal and Torres strait Islander descent, culturally, linguistically and gender diverse people and, mature aged people.

We are a child-safe organisation (see Victorian Government Child Safe Standards) and proudly Totally Smoke Free.

Should you require any additional support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process they are available upon request. For application support, contact [email protected]

Pre-Employment Requirements

This position requires completion of a satisfactory National Police Check and (where relevant) provision of a Working with Children Check and check on the Disability Worker Exclusion Scheme prior to appointment. Vaccination status in line with policy and procedure at this time. Applicants must hold Australian Citizenship or hold Australian Work Rights to be eligible. Financial support towards VISAS is not available.