Communities at Work

Rodney assumed the role of Chief Operating and Financial Officer in September 2026, responsible for the organisation’s financial management, operations, governance and risk, providing strategic leadership and direction across Communities at Work.

Rodney brings more than 20 years of executive experience in Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer roles across both commercial and not-for-profit sectors. He has extensive expertise in financial management and reporting, organisational governance, risk oversight, strategic leadership, and stakeholder engagement. Rodney holds an MBA from the Australian Graduate School of Management, a Bachelor of Commerce, and is a Chartered Accountant with CAANZ. His experience across the health sector, including complex regulatory environments and government funding arrangements, together with his financial and governance expertise, supports Communities at Work as it continues to strengthen its impact across the Canberra community.

Outside of work, Rodney enjoys staying active and spending time riding his bike, swimming in Lake Burley Griffin and is currently training to run his second (and last) marathon.

Jenni joined Communities at Work as Executive Officer in September 2025, bringing more than a decade of leadership experience across the community, advocacy and not-for-profit sectors.

Jenni has worked with national and local organisations, serving as CEO of the Australian Parents Council, Executive Officer of the Association of Parents & Friends of ACT Schools, and Non-executive Director of the Australian Council of State School Organisations. Earlier in her career, she was a passionate member of the aquatic industry, where she managed swim schools.

Her experience in the education sector has made her a committed lifelong learner, and she is currently completing a Bachelor of Arts (Community Development). Jenni brings significant governance experience from both sides of the table, as a director and as an executive officer.

Driven by a strong commitment to positive outcomes, Jenni is passionate about amplifying community voices, building strong stakeholder relationships and supporting families across Canberra.

Outside of work, Jenni is a Guide Dogs NSW/ACT puppy raiser. Her first puppy, Panther, recently graduated as a working guide dog.

Luci Henson joined Communities at Work as Executive Director, HR Services and Recruitment on 25 August 2025. Luci brings extensive corporate and human resource experience, having worked across a number of Commonwealth agencies, with expertise in strategic and operational human resource management, recruitment, workforce planning, policy development, case management and employee relations.

Apart from her tertiary qualifications, Luci has accreditation in PROSCI Change Management, is a Certified Practitioner in Human Resources (CPHR), and an accredited organisational coach. In recognition of her outstanding contribution to building a strong people culture, she was awarded the Australia Day Achievement Medal in 2021 by the AFP Commissioner.

Luci leads the organisation’s HR Services and Recruitment functions, supporting the development of a strong, capable, and values-driven workforce. She is also a passionate advocate for good governance and risk minimisation to drive excellence in people practices.

Passionate about empowering HR professionals and giving back to the Canberra community, Luci is committed to fostering excellence and inclusion across the organisation. In her free time, Luci enjoys road trips, travelling and spending time with her family.

Tim McNevin has more than 25 years of experience in leadership, management and training in business, government, education and not-for-profit sectors. Tim has formal qualifications in further education and has been a tertiary lecturer in the management as well as the operational service areas of the hospitality industry. He holds formal qualifications in life coaching, management, human resource development, training and career development.

Appointed as Principal of Galilee School since the beginning of 2017, Tim has a vision for the school that sees growth and development of the students, the staff and the facilities. Tim is passionate about working with people to help them identify and reach their goals, helping them overcome difficulty and adversity and walking with them to greater levels of satisfaction, performance and effectiveness.

Outside of school Tim is committed to his family, his faith and his Cricket Club.

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Chloe Brewer joined Communities at Work in 2013 and has more than a decade of leadership experience across community services, vocational education and training, and early childhood education. Having progressed from an early childhood educator to executive leader, Chloe brings extensive experience in strategic leadership, governance, organisational improvement, workforce planning, stakeholder engagement, and service development. She is particularly passionate about bringing people, organisations and communities together to create positive and lasting social impact.

Chloe leads a diverse portfolio spanning community services, community development, volunteer programs, community hubs and centres, crisis support, community pantries, and vocational education and training.

As a proud, neurodivergent leader, Chloe is a strong advocate for accessible education and inclusive communities.

Outside of work, she enjoys running her family farm and tackling renovation projects.