the Institute of Public Administration Australia (IPAA SA) received seven (7) nominations for its recent call for nominations for the IPAA SA Divisional Council. This exceeds the number of positions available, and therefore, a ballot of members is required.
If you are a valued Professional Member of the Institute of Public Administration Australia SA Division (IPAA SA), this is an opportunity for you to have a say and vote for members of our governing body, IPAA SA’s Divisional Council.
Eligible Financial Members of IPAA SA have now been sent their voting invitations for the 2026 Divisional Council Election. If you have not received yours, or would like to enquire about becoming a member, please contact us.
In Alphabetical order:
BARBARO, Josie
Director, Workforce Integrity, Strategy and Capability
Office of the Commissioner for Public Sector Employment
Josie Barbaro is an experienced public sector leader with over 25 years of expertise in industrial relations, workforce strategy, governance and public policy.
In her current role, Josie leads initiatives focused on public sector integrity, workforce policy, diversity and inclusion, employment programs and capability development. Her career includes extensive experience in strategic leadership, stakeholder engagement and organisational reform.
Josie has significant board and governance experience, including serving as a Director of Health Partners Limited and Proxy Director of ANZSOG. She holds a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) and Bachelor of Laws.
Josie is seeking re-election to the IPAA SA Divisional Council and is committed to strengthening public administration, effective leadership and professional development across the sector.
Attributes Josie will bring to the IPAA SA Divisional Council
- Strategic leadership, governance and risk management
- Public sector workforce strategy and industrial relations
- Policy development and organisational reform
- Diversity, inclusion and workforce capability development
- Stakeholder engagement and member representation
BRAY, Jacqueline (Jackie)
Chief Executive
Department for Child Protection
Jackie Bray is an experienced senior public sector executive with extensive leadership experience across government and the private sector in South Australia and the United Kingdom.
As Chief Executive of the Department for Child Protection, Jackie leads South Australia’s statutory child protection system, focusing on safe, accountable and effective services for vulnerable children and young people.
Her previous roles include inaugural Head of the Office for the Early Years and Deputy Chief Executive of the Department for Correctional Services. Jackie has extensive experience in organisational reform, strategic leadership, service delivery and stakeholder engagement.
Jackie holds a Master of Business Administration and is seeking election to continue her involvement with the IPAA SA Divisional Council.
Attributes Jackie will bring to the IPAA SA Divisional Council
- Senior executive leadership and strategic governance
- Organisational reform and service delivery improvement
- Public sector policy, performance and accountability
- Workforce capability, culture and ethical leadership
- Stakeholder engagement and cross-sector collaboration
CROSER, Penelope (Penny)
Head of Royal Commission into Artificial Intelligence
Department of the Premier and Cabinet
Penny Croser is an experienced senior public sector executive with extensive leadership, governance and policy experience across South Australian, Victorian and Australian Governments.
Her career spans justice, education, emergency management and public sector reform. Previously Chief Executive Officer and State Courts Administrator, Penny has also held senior executive roles involving whole-of-government strategy, organisational transformation and the establishment of new public institutions.
Penny is committed to strengthening public administration, developing public sector capability and supporting ethical, effective governance.
Attributes Penny will bring to the IPAA SA Divisional Council
- Senior executive leadership and strategic governance
- Financial management, audit and risk oversight
- Public policy, organisational reform and innovation
- Cross-government collaboration and stakeholder engagement
ELSTON, Danielle
Managing Director
Good Government Advisory
Danielle Elston is an experienced public sector strategist and governance leader with over 20 years of experience across government, consulting and the not-for-profit sector.
As Managing Director of Good Government Advisory, Danielle works nationally with government departments, statutory authorities, regulators and executive teams on strategy, governance, policy reform and organisational effectiveness.
Previously a senior executive in the South Australian Government, Danielle has extensive experience in regulatory reform, organisational change and cross-government collaboration. She is also a lecturer at Flinders University, faculty member and facilitator with ANZSOG, and an educator with IPAA SA.
Danielle is seeking re-election to the IPAA SA Divisional Council, having served for the past two years. She is committed to strengthening public administration, professional development and thought leadership.
Attributes Danielle will bring to the IPAA SA Divisional Council
- Strategic leadership and governance expertise
- Public policy, regulatory reform and organisational change
- Risk management and organisational performance
- Public sector leadership and capability development
- Stakeholder engagement and cross-government collaboration
MORRIS, Natalie
Executive Director, People and Culture
Women’s and Children’s Health Network
Natalie Morris is an experienced senior executive with extensive leadership experience across the South Australian public sector, healthcare, aged care and not-for-profit sectors.
In her current role, Natalie leads people and culture initiatives, drawing on her expertise in workforce strategy, organisational development, governance and transformation. Her career includes leading complex organisational reforms, workforce transformation and culture change in highly regulated environments.
Natalie is a qualified lawyer, Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, AHRI Certified HR Practitioner and holds a Graduate Diploma in Public Sector Management. She is also Deputy Chair of the Disability Advocacy and Complaints Service of South Australia.
Natalie is passionate about strengthening public sector leadership, building inclusive and high-performing workplaces and supporting organisational capability and innovation.
Attributes Natalie will bring to the IPAA SA Divisional Council
- Senior executive leadership and strategic governance
- People and culture strategy and workforce transformation
- Organisational reform, risk and performance management
- Diversity, inclusion and leadership development
- Stakeholder engagement and cross-sector collaboration
WALLACE, Gemma
Executive Director, Land Administration and Registrar-General
Department for Housing and Urban Development
Gemma Wallace is an experienced public sector executive with expertise in governance, regulation, strategic reform across the public and private sectors.
As Executive Director, Land Administration and Registrar-General of South Australia, Gemma leads critical regulatory functions, digital transformation and land administration reform. She has extensive experience in cross-government collaboration, policy development and organisational change, and represents South Australia on national boards and committees.
Gemma has legal qualifications, is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and is currently undertaking an MBA. She is passionate about public sector capability, innovation and professional development.
Gemma is seeking re-election to the IPAA SA Divisional Council, having previously been appointed to fill a casual vacancy.
Attributes Gemma will bring to the IPAA SA Divisional Council
- Executive leadership and strategic governance
- Legal, regulatory and policy expertise
- Digital transformation and organisational reform
- Professional development and public sector capability
- Cross-government collaboration and stakeholder engagement
WINTON, Katherine
Principal Workforce Planner
Department for Health and Wellbeing
Katherine Winton is an experienced public sector professional with expertise in strategic workforce planning, governance, organisational performance and health workforce reform.
In her current role, Katherine leads system-wide workforce initiatives, using data-driven modelling, labour market analysis and stakeholder engagement to inform recruitment, retention and workforce development strategies.
Katherine is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, a Certified Health Informatician Australasia and Vice President of the Australasian College of Health Service Management SA Branch Council. She is also Chair of the Department for Health and Wellbeing’s Access All Areas Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Employee Resource Group.
As the current Treasurer of IPAA SA, Katherine is seeking re-election to continue contributing to the Institute’s governance, financial sustainability and professional development initiatives.
Attributes Katherine will bring to the IPAA SA Divisional Council
- Strategic workforce planning and organisational performance
- Governance, financial oversight and risk management
- Health workforce reform and digital innovation