Executive Manager, Finance & Risk
Maria is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in finance, governance, and risk management across local government and not-for-profit sectors. She has led major financial strategies, procurement frameworks, and governance reforms, delivering sustainable outcomes and improved accountability. Before joining the Women’s Housing Company, Maria held senior leadership roles in Corporate Services at Blacktown Council and Hunter’s Hill Council and was interim CEO at Metro Community Housing. Her career spans strategic planning, project delivery, and probity advisory for large-scale infrastructure programs. Maria holds a Master of Business and a Bachelor of Commerce, is a qualified accountant (ACCA), and a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD).
Reflecting on 20 years working in housing and homelessness By Nada Nasser, CEO, Women’s Housing Company As I reflect on more than 20 years working in housing and homelessness, I’m reminded of both how far we’ve come and how far we still have to go to make homelessness rare, brief and not repeated. My first […]
Building better outcomes for women, every day For more than 40 years, Women’s Housing Company has been guided by a commitment to learning, adapting and improving. Rather than waiting for large-scale reviews or reacting to problems after they occur, we embed continuous quality improvement into everyday operations – creating a culture of ongoing reflection and […]
Supporting greater understanding of safety, housing and recovery Domestic and family violence is one of the leading causes of homelessness for women and children in Australia. For many women escaping violence, finding safe and secure housing is the first critical step towards rebuilding a life free from fear. Women’s Housing Company is proud to be […]
