Jude Emmer

Jude began her career as a Registered Nurse and has more than 20 years’ experience in senior executive positions. She has worked in acute care, aged care, disability and mental health care.

Jude grew up and trained in the UK and moved to Australia, originally in 1990. Her tertiary studies in Management, Leadership and Bioethics have been completed in both Australia and the UK and has held positions on industry peak bodies in both countries.

Prior to taking on the role as CEO, Jude was the State Manager for St Vincent’s Care Services where her focus was to operationalize strategy and oversee high performance and compliance standards.

With a passion for providing outstanding care and outcomes and enhancing workplace culture, Jude is committed to Wesley Mission Queensland’s mission and values and is driven by a strong sense of social justice and compassion.