[Hiring] Sector Development Lead @Mental Health Australia

Role Description

Excellent opportunity to work with a highly respected national not for profit peak organisation for the mental health sector and support the delivery of a national project that aims to improve mental health outcomes for multicultural communities.

• 18 Month Contract - full-time
• Competitive Full-Time Equivalent base salary of $119,966, plus super, plus charity salary packaging options
• Inclusive, supportive and flexible work environment
• Remote work from Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane will be considered, noting our office is in Canberra

This position plays a key role in supporting the mental health service sector to implement the Framework for Mental Health in Multicultural Australia, including contributing to its ongoing development, continuous improvement, and monitoring of its effectiveness and impact.

• Responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders, including mental health services, to support culturally responsive practice and strengthen sector capability.
• Contributes to the design, implementation, and delivery of initiatives aligned with the Embrace Project's objectives.
• Provides management and leadership to a Project Officer to ensure the effective delivery of project activities and achievement of program outcomes.
• Some travel is required for remote staff to our Canberra office and other locations across Australia when required.

This is a unique opportunity to become involved with a national peak body that unites the voices of the mental health sector and advocates for policies that improve mental health, and to join a team that is working toward better mental health outcomes for multicultural communities.

Qualifications

• Experience in mental health services or related fields.
• Strong relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.

Requirements

• Applicants should include a copy of their current resume and a two-page pitch as to why they would be a great fit for the job.
• Applications should be received no later than 10 November 2026, 5pm AEST, and uploaded via the Apply Here button.
• The preferred applicant will be required to undertake a police and entitlement to work in Australia check.
• Must have a Working with Vulnerable People/Blue Card or the ability to get one.
• People with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this job; each application will be considered on its merits.

Benefits

• Excellent remuneration, Full-Time Equivalent base salary of $119,966, plus super, plus charity salary packaging options.
• Flexible work and leave arrangements.
• A range of additional employment benefits to enable employees to balance their work and other commitments.

Company Description

For over 25 years, Mental Health Australia has advocated for mental health reform, and we continue to drive policy changes and proactively put mental health on the agenda.

• We have 160 members, including service providers, professional bodies, organisations representing people with mental health challenges and their family, carers and kin, researchers and state and territory peak bodies.
• As the national peak for mental health, we unite the mental health sector to present a cohesive voice to government and provide practical policy solutions to influence decision-making.
• We work to strengthen the impact and influence of the mental health sector and embed a human rights approach across the mental health system.

The Embrace Project supports Australia's mental health and suicide prevention services to assess and enhance their cultural responsiveness and inclusivity to better support, listen to and reflect the needs of culturally diverse communities.