The Menzies Foundation is delighted to announce a partnership with People for Purpose in support of the Menzies School Leadership Initiative.
People for Purpose work to ensure excellence in terms of leadership and governance in the for-purpose sector, knowing that great leadership can help solve our endemic social and environmental problems. Whether it be through emerging new business models, social enterprises or traditional non-profits, People for Purpose work with professionals and organisations who seek to drive positive, transformative change in the world, primarily through executive search, consulting and educational programs.
Menzies Foundation CEO, Liz Gillies said “People for Purpose think broadly and creatively about how best to source talent, and the use of their innovative platforms will be a considerable addition to the school leadership recruitment process”.
“This partnership is a perfect alignment for us. We know rigorous process is required to identify leadership talent, which is key to amplifying social impact, so we are excited to be playing a role.” said Rachael McLennan, Executive Director, People for Purpose
The Menzies School Leadership Incubator investigates a new approach to reframing empowered leadership in an increasingly challenging and complex school context.
This week, applications opened for the 2022 Menzies School Leader Fellowship, offering a two-year, $150,000, leadership development initiative that seeks to harness cross-sector expertise to understand how to build a pipeline of talented school leaders, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to successfully adapt to and take on the challenges and complexities of the role.
Melissa Macpherson, Executive Director, People for Purpose expressed, “We know the evidence points to education playing a critical role in the positive trajectory of young people. Furthermore, the implications of covid have highlighted the importance of leadership in schools so this partnership with Menzies Foundation is an important opportunity for so many stakeholders.”
Applications for the 2022 Menzies School Leader Fellowships can be made here
