A new logo for The Disability Resource Centre's 30th birthday

Our CEO is retiring, so we are recruiting a new CEO

Melanie Hawman is retiring as our Chief Executive Officer after a remarkable career leading The Disability Resource Centre.

During her tenure, Melanie demonstrated exceptional leadership, guiding the charity through significant periods of growth and change. Her tireless efforts in securing funding were instrumental in ensuring the continued delivery of vital services to people with disabilities, those living with health conditions, and the older population.

We are actively recruiting for the role of CEO 

We would like the new CEO to use their knowledge, skills and experience to ensure that the charity continues to fulfil its purpose in the years to come. The new CEO will lead The Disability Resource Centre to achieve a robust, long term sustainable financial market position.

They will work with the Board of Trustees to provide for the strategic development of The Disability Resource Centre to develop and provide overall management of the activities and resources of The Disability Resource Centre and ensure the delivery of its strategic outcomes and operational objectives. The CEO will be a guardian of the values of The Disability Resource Centre and a role model in everything The Disability Resource Centre does.

The Disability Resource Centre celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2024. So much has been achieved, but there is still more to do. You can find out more about our history, read our news and the services we offer.

We are looking for a CEO who lives our values with enthusiasm and drive, to help us achieve even more in the coming years. 

Please see the job advertisement and apply via the Profile Resourcing website.

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A new logo for The Disability Resource Centre's 30th birthday

Our CEO is retiring, so we are recruiting a new CEO

Melanie Hawman is retiring as our Chief Executive Officer after a remarkable career leading The Disability Resource Centre. During her tenure, Melanie demonstrated exceptional leadership, guiding the charity through significant periods of growth and change. So now we are actively recruiting for the role of CEO.

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