Executive Director

Lead a high-profile Queensland Government initiative that is transforming how social enterprise and impact investment contribute to better outcomes for Queenslanders.

As Executive Director, Office of Social Impact, you will provide strategic leadership across policy, program delivery and stakeholder engagement while overseeing the delivery of the $20 million per annum Social Entrepreneurs Fund. This is a rare opportunity to influence state-wide priorities, build partnerships across government and industry, and drive innovative solutions that strengthen communities and create lasting social impact.

• Shape the future of social enterprise and impact investing
• Executive leadership role with statewide impact

Your new opportunity

At the Executive Director, you will lead Queensland Treasury's Office of Social Impact and shape one of Queensland's most significant initiatives in social enterprise and impact investment by driving innovative approaches that create positive outcomes for Queensland communities.

Working at the intersection of government policy, investment, philanthropy and social enterprise, you will influence state-wide priorities, cultivate high-value partnerships and provide trusted advice to senior government decision-makers. This unique executive leadership opportunity offers the chance to build sector capability, foster innovation and deliver meaningful social and economic outcomes while leading a high-performing team at the centre of Queensland's social impact agenda.

In This Role, You Will

Lead strategy and program delivery:

• Lead the strategic direction and operational delivery of the Office of Social Impact and the design, implementation and ongoing success of the Social Entrepreneurs Fund.
• Drive the development and implementation of Queensland's social enterprise and impact investment roadmap.

Build influential partnerships

• Establish and strengthen high-value partnerships across government, industry, philanthropy and the social enterprise sector.
• Represent Treasury at senior forums and influence collaborative approaches to complex social and economic challenges.

Provide executive leadership and advice

• Deliver trusted strategic advice to the Treasurer, Under Treasurer and senior executives on significant policy and investment matters.
• Lead a high-performing team and oversee governance, procurement and key stakeholder relationships.

What Experience You Will Bring

Strategic leadership and influence

• Exceptional leadership capability with demonstrated success leading through complexity, consultation and change.
• Advanced political acumen and the ability to build credibility and influence at senior levels.

Sector knowledge and stakeholder engagement

• Proven success establishing strategic relationships across the social enterprise, impact investing or comparable sectors.
• Strong experience leveraging partnerships to deliver coordinated, high-impact outcomes.

Innovation and performance

• Demonstrated ability to drive innovation, continuous improvement and organisational performance.
• A strong track record delivering complex programs, achieving results and leading with integrity.

Whilst there are no mandatory qualifications needed for this role, relevant qualifications will be highly regarded.

How To Apply

To submit your application, click on the Apply link to provide:

• Your resume detailing relevant experience
• A cover letter of no more than two pages outlining why you are interested in this position and how your knowledge, skills and experience make you a strong candidate for the role.

Queensland Treasury is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve and treating all applicants equitably. This starts with recruitment, including making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process.

We welcome applicants to share with the hiring manager any health condition, disability, and/or cultural or linguistic background, so that we may make any necessary adjustments to enable you to equitably participate in the recruitment process.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/696425/26

Closing Date: Tuesday, 11 August 2026

Occupational group Executive