Linossier joins Wesley from Our Watch, formerly the Foundation to Prevent Violence against Women and their Children, where he has been CEO since 2013.

His previous leadership roles have included CEO of Mackillop Family Services, Executive Director of Early Childhood Development with the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development and Executive Director, Vulnerable Children’s Strategy.

Linossier has also held significant roles with the Uniting Church including Harrison Youth Services, Kildonan and Orana, and the former Yarra Valley and Burke Presbyteries.

“I’m proud to join an organisation that has a strong history of advocacy for social reform and that seeks every day to live out its core values,” said Linossier.

“I look forward to working with the Wesley Board and staff, supporters and partner agencies as we shape a contemporary and evolving response to the demands and challenges of the next decade.”