As a proud Yorta Yorta and Bangerang man from Northern Victoria, James Atkinson is currently the CEO of the Aboriginal Community Elders Service. James has previously been employed as the Director, Strategy and Development, Victorian Aboriginal Health Service, CEO of the Rumbalara Aboriginal Co-operative and as Acting Executive Director, Inclusive Education Professional Practice Branch, Manger, Social Inclusion Implementation Unit with the Department of Education and Training.
James holds over 30 years’ experience across a range of Aboriginal services and government departments. Including experience in various Senior Executive leadership roles within the Victorian Public Sector. James has an academic background in Business, Public and Policy management, James has learnt a great deal from his Elders, his parents, and the broader community in ensuring the preservation of our culture, language, and customs. James’s commitment to his community, its regeneration and continued advancement to meet the agreed long-term sustainable goals for his people.
James’s wealth of organisational experience is further consolidated through the various Boards he has served on at a state and national level. James was also one of the founding members of the first Victorian Aboriginal Youth Advisory Committee.”
