Brophy Family and Youth Services is pleased to announce the appointment of Josh Hill as its new Chief Executive Officer following an extensive national recruitment process.
The role attracted more than 60 applications from across the country. After a rigorous search and interview process, Josh was selected as the standout candidate to lead Brophy into its next chapter.
Josh has been with Brophy for nine years, most recently serving as Executive Manager – Corporate Services. His appointment reflects Brophy’s commitment to growing our own leaders, a philosophy that is central to the organisation’s culture.
Josh said he was honoured to be given the opportunity.
“I’m extremely proud to be leading such an amazing organisation. Brophy always has and continues to offer an array of remarkable supports and leads in advocacy for the South West Community.
“Our staff across our sites, from Hamilton to Portland and the several sites we have in Warrnambool are extraordinary. All day, every day, they deliver amazing outcomes for young people, families and the wider community.”
“It has been a privilege to work alongside Francis over the past nine years. While I’ve gained a lot from that experience, I’m also really looking forward to working with the Executive Leadership Team and the Board to lead Brophy into a new era.” he said.
“Brophy is well positioned. While our guiding principle – providing exceptional support for our clients – will remain the same as always, we’re so optimistic for the future.
“We know our services are more vital than ever across the communities we serve. We’re focused on delivering and helping people create they life they want.”
Outgoing CEO Francis Broekman is stepping down after more than 30 years with Brophy. Under his leadership, the organisation has grown from a small team into one of regional Victoria’s leading community service providers, delivering more than 45 programs and employing more than 170 staff.
Board Chair Rob Wallis said Josh’s appointment marked both continuity and renewal for Brophy.
“The Board was delighted with the calibre of applicants from across the nation. After an exhaustive process, Josh was clearly the strongest candidate to lead Brophy forward. His knowledge of our organisation, his relationships across the region, and his vision for the future made him the standout choice,” he said.
“Josh has extensive experience in leadership, governance, innovation, business management and strategic planning, formerly as our Executive Manager – Corporate Services, and has been a key cog in Brophy’s leadership structure for the past nine years. He has sound understanding of our business and an exciting vision to not only maintain Brophy’s standing in the community, but to grow and evolve our service delivery.
“We are also deeply grateful to Francis for his more than three decades of service and his extraordinary contribution to Brophy and the wider community. He leaves an incredible legacy.”
As part of his early focus, Josh will review Brophy’s strategic priorities. This will ensure the organisation is on the right path to support staff and continue delivering positive outcomes for across our region.