Vicky Darling
Vicky possesses a distinctive insight into the pivotal roles played by various stakeholders in shaping and executing public policy, programs, and services. Throughout her extensive career, she has served as a public servant, advisor to a Premier, Chief of Staff for a Federal Minister, Member of Parliament, Minister in the Queensland Government, and CEO of a charity and peak body. Currently serving as the Chief Executive Officer of the Australian Cervical Cancer Foundation, Vicky also provides guidance to not-for-profit peak bodies and the private sector on government relations, stakeholder engagement, program design, organisational structure, and strategic planning. She collaborates with government entities on governance and engagement, leveraging her experience on both government and not-for-profit boards.
Vicky's paramount passion lies in fostering effective leadership and genuine engagement with stakeholders and the community to ensure optimal design and outcomes. Her commitment extends to mentoring and advising women aspiring to advance their careers, and she conducts workshops for public servants to enhance their understanding of Ministerial needs and public accountability responsibilities. As a professional associate of the Institute for Deliberative Democracy and Global Governance at the University of Canberra, a Graduate Member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, and a Member of the Institute of Executive Coaching and Leadership, Vicky brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her roles.
Areas of Expertise
Understanding government decision-making
Collaboration and participation
Public Policy and Governance
Organisational and team engagement – inclusive and productive teams, remote and face to face
Stakeholder and community engagement
Facilitation
Executive and organisational coaching
Leadership mentoring and advice
“Having worked on various projects with Vicky over the past decade, she has continued to be my go-to source for professional and insightful advice for effective government relationships, corporate communications and stakeholder engagement. Vicky regularly provides astute analysis, review and reflection on my own consulting practices and approaches and is reliable and on-target every time. And being a smart and highly experienced woman in her field makes her a joy to work with.”
“Vicky is the coach and mentor we all need. She is warm and engaging but more so, has a genuine passion for giving others the confidence and courage to dream of greater things for themselves and the pathway for how to get there. It has been one of the greatest blessings of my career to work with her.”
-Testimonials from coaching clients