PPCG is governed by a volunteer Board of Management elected annually by members.
Susanne Wells
CHAIR | 2024
Susanne is a long-term resident of the City of Port Phillip and has worked over 35 years to Community Services, gaining extensive experience across various sectors. She is a highly motivated strategic leader with a strong background in operational and contract management. Susanne is passionate about best practice, evidence-based responses for vulnerable groups and communities, and is committed to creating a culture where the client is at the centre and the workforce is supported to excel in meeting the client’s needs.
Her expertise lies in building partnerships with both internal and external stakeholders, and she actively engages with peak sector organisations at the state and national levels. Susanne is devoted to ensuring that the voices of those who use our services are heard and that access is available to all groups within the community.
She holds a Bachelor of Social Work, a Graduate Diploma in Education and Training, and has completed the AICD Company Directors Course.
Elizabeth Jennings
Treasurer | 2020
Julie Margetts
Board Member | 2012
Julie has worked as a Human Resources Manager for over 25 years in complex organisations across a range of industries including manufacturing, oil and gas and construction.
She holds an Honours Science Degree from the University of Melbourne, a Bachelor of Business (Human Resources and Industrial Relations) from RMIT and is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
Julie has a particular interest in social justice and community support.
Susanne Birks
Board Member | 2018
Susanne has a Bachelor of Health Science (Nursing), Master of Health Administration, and Executive Leadership Program at University of Oxford (Said Business School).
She is currently working at Alfred Health as Manager of Community Psychiatry (Mental and Addiction Health). She has been in the field of mental health for over 30 years in direct care, leadership and management positions.
Susanne’s professional interests include social justice, mental health, housing and homelessness, complex needs and risk assessment and management; all of which reflect PPCG’s primary focus in delivering its range of innovative services to people and communities in the City of Port Phillip.
Aleksandra Janezic
Board Member | 2024
Aleksandra has had a highly successful and diverse legal career, with over 30 years of experience as in-house counsel in the public and private sectors.
For over a decade, Aleksandra has served as principal in-house general counsel in several Victorian government employment and economic development departments and within various associated agencies in the Victorian public sector.
Prior to her career in the Victorian public service, Aleksandra held positions as in-house counsel with an Australian ASX-listed company and KPMG Legal, following several years working in international legal and corporate practices.
Aleksandra graduated from the University of Melbourne with degrees in Law and Arts and is also a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. Aleksandra has established strong professional, government and community links, and a particular interest in governance within the public sector.
Sue Karzis
Ceo | 2026
Sue has had a long career in leadership in the education and community development sectors. Most recently she served as CEO of the Nappy Collective and State Schools Relief, and previous to that held senior roles at Monash College and Trinity College at the University of Melbourne.
Across these roles she has developed a strong passion for creating opportunities, connections and pathways for people to participate and thrive, regardless of their circumstances. Sue is a values-driven leader with a strong strategic mindset and the ability to translate vision into action.
Outside of PPCG, Sue is the Chair of The Lost Dogs’ Home, a role that reflects her long-standing commitment to supporting animals and the community.
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