Building Inclusive Leadership & Gender Equity | Driving Stakeholder Alignment, Governance | Excellence & Storytelling-Led Change | Program Strategy & Community Impact
Strategic and purpose-led Programs Leader with over 15 years’ experience in program strategy, development, and delivery across Victorian Government and enterprise environments. Proven success managing multimillion-dollar budgets, uplifting legacy systems, and leading inclusive program strategies that centre public value, gender equity, and measurable community impact.
Expert in Agile, Hybrid, and Waterfall methodologies, with deep capability in risk mitigation, change management, and governance frameworks aligned to Victorian Government digital and broadcast standards. Skilled in preparing strategic briefings and executive communications that drive informed decision-making and program alignment.
Led procurement and delivery initiatives for agencies including DTP, DEECA, and the Department of Health—ensuring compliance with public sector governance and embedding inclusive, co-designed service models. Recognised for calm, empowerment-focused leadership and a sleeves-rolled-up approach to complex delivery lifecycles.
Now seeking to pivot into purpose-led program strategy within the women’s mental health sector—combining commercial acumen with lived experience in psychology and mental health. Energised by the opportunity to contribute to scalable, impact-driven initiatives that support working women, elevate lived experience, and foster community resilience. Committed to building programs that are bold, inclusive, and empowering.
Since developing her position as a Senior Producer, Kylie has taken initiative with leadership, she thoroughly enjoys having the opportunity to champion other people as demonstrated in industry events most recently talking about the animation production and management process for Masters of Motion in 2023
For a full list of credits and references please contact hello@kylierisson.com