ARPA National employs a CEO, Secretariat and Governance Officer, Digital Communications and Member Experience Officer and Events Coordinator. The staff of ARPA National supports the Councils on both National and Branch level in the execution of their strategies and goals.
ARPA National CEO: Nahtanha Davey
Nahtanha (Nat) Davey was announced as ARPA's new Chief Executive Officer in September 2025. Nat brings over 20 years of executive leadership experience across health, disability, rehabilitation, and community services. Her impressive background includes leading organisational transformation, shaping sector-wide reform, and influencing government policy—making her a perfect fit to lead ARPA into its next chapter.
Through her extensive CEO, associations and governance experience, Nat has a proven ability to build strong systems, partnerships, and outcomes. Her passion for evidence-based practice, equity, and industry excellence aligns with ARPA’s mission to champion high-quality, outcome-based workplace rehabilitation.
Secretariat and Governance Executive Officer
Eve Olsson serves as ARPA National's Secretariat and Governance Executive Officer, bringing a strong background in health not‑for‑profits and medical and health member associations. Her expertise spans governance, operations, and membership services, with a focus on building effective systems and strengthening member‑driven organisations. Eve supports ARPA’s national governance and coordination functions, ensuring smooth operations and consistent, high‑quality support that enables meaningful outcomes for members and the broader workplace rehabilitation sector.
Events Coordinator: Malinda Moreton
With significant experience in event and project management, Malinda joined the ARPA National team in early 2025. She leads the coordination and delivery of ARPA’s national events, professional development programs, and awards initiatives, ensuring quality experiences for members and stakeholders.
Malinda also manages and strengthens relationships with Australian allied health schools, coordinating careers event participation, creating meaningful student engagement opportunities, and supporting curriculum enhancement initiatives. Her expertise spans program design and delivery, stakeholder engagement, and relationship management across members, education partners, industry stakeholders, and government agencies.