John was appointed Managing Director of the National Centre for Vocational Education Research in July 2024.

He has led the use of evidence in social policy. In his previous role as Chief Data Officer at Seer Data and Analytics, he helped community organisations to access and use data effectively. As Executive Director of Analytics, Evaluation, and Research at the Victorian Departments of Health and Families, Fairness and Housing, he helped pioneer the use of linked data, advanced analytics, and evaluation in health and human services policy and programs.

He also brings a strong background in skills policy, with senior executive roles in the Victorian and South Australian public services.