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Peter Bacon has been appointed Disability Employment Australia’s (DEA) new CEO, commencing 20 February.
DEA describes itself as “representing, supporting, and resourcing disability employment policy, practices, and programs throughout Australia with a key focus on the Disability Employment Services (DES) program.”
In a statement, DEA outlined the responsibilities Mr Bacon will undertake: “He will maintain our leadership in the development of the DES Quality Framework, deeply engage with disability and employer representative groups, support the NDIS review, and provide solution-based ideas to improving Workforce Australia. Peter will work closely with members and government to evolve the DES program to best assist and support participants and improve employment outcomes for people with disability.”
Mr Bacon will bring years of experience to the role, with his most recent position being the head of strategic growth at employment company Campbell Page.
Mr Bacon will be taking over the role from Rick Kane, who has been involved with DEA for 15 years, the last eight as CEO.
DEA chairperson Thérèse Campbell commented on the announcement: “Following a rigorous recruitment process, we are delighted to have appointed Peter Bacon as the new CEO of Disability Employment Australia. Peter is highly qualified and comes to us from the disability employment sector. Peter is an excellent choice to lead DEA’s responsibility to disability employment policy, practices, and programs.”
Ms Campbell continued: “DEA’s work in 2023 will be crucial for continual improvement of disability employment. We look forward to Peter’s leadership at DEA, for our members and across the sector.”
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Disability is a persistent condition that limits an employee's capacity to carry out routine tasks. It refers to anything permanent or likely to be permanent, may be chronic or episodic, is attributable to intellectual, mental, or physical impairment, and is likely to require continuous support services.
Jack Campbell
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