Launceston Women's Shelter Inc. trading as Magnolia Place LWS, is a not-for-profit organisation providing short-term crisis accommodation.
Launceston Women’s Shelter Inc. trading as Magnolia Place LWS, is a not-for-profit organisation providing short-term crisis accommodation for women and their children who are escaping family violence and/or experiencing homelessness. They aim to offer a safe, supportive and welcoming environment for women and children. Magnolia Place LWS is dedicated to raising awareness of the consequences of homelessness and family violence in the community, with a vision to be a leading advocate for a community free of homelessness and family violence.
Magnolia Place LWS now seeks a visionary, values‑driven Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead the organisation through its next chapter. Reporting to the Board, the CEO will drive the organisation’s ongoing impact, organisational effectiveness and reputation as a trusted advocate and high-performing service for women experiencing homelessness and housing crisis.
Based in Launceston and leading a small team, the CEO will oversee operations, people and culture, and governance, ensuring safe, trauma‑informed service delivery, strong contract performance and continuous improvement, while positioning Magnolia Place LWS for long‑term financial sustainability.
The CEO will represent the organisation across government, sector and system stakeholders, media and community forums, contributing informed advocacy, amplifying lived experience, and building trusted relationships that strengthen outcomes for women at the centre of Magnolia Place LWS’ purpose.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced senior leader from the homelessness, community services, community housing, family violence or adjacent sectors, with demonstrated governance capability and sound financial and organisational management skills. They will be a credible communicator and relationship builder, skilled in stakeholder engagement, policy influence and partnership development. An inclusive, trauma‑informed leadership style, experience leading multidisciplinary teams, and deep alignment with Magnolia Place LWS’ mission and values is also required.
This role presents a rewarding opportunity in a high-impact, purpose-driven organisation supporting women and children in crisis, while shaping sustainable, system‑level change.
For a confidential discussion or to request a copy of the Information Pack, please contact Sarah Hingston on 0418 515 677 or Lynne Chapman on 0467 229 445 or jobs@chapmanexecutive.com.au. To submit an application, please apply online at www.chapmanexecutive.com.au by Friday, 1 May 2026.