About Allies for Children | Founding Member Stefan Duvenhage, The Benevolent Society
Stefan Duvenhage
Interim Chief Executive Officer,
The Benevolent Society
Stefan Duvenhage is currently Interim CEO of The Benevolent Society.
Before he stepped into this role in March 2025, he was Executive Director, Finance, IT and Corporate Services at Benevolent.
Stefan’s career spans more than 20 years of financial management, with roles in a variety of industries in Australia, England and South Africa.
Prior to joining Benevolent in 2013, he held senior finance positions at APC by Schneider Electric and Elan IT (Experis).
About The Benevolent Society
Your life. Your way.
For over two centuries, The Benevolent Society’s mission has been to create a more just society where all Australians can live their best lives. Established in 1813, their enduring commitment is to help individuals live life on their own terms, and leave a positive impact on the lives of their clients and carers.
With National services encompassing family & parenting support, foster care, aged care, disability and mental health care programs, The Benevolent Society has more than 1,000 people first practitioners working to help people live their life, their way.
The Benevolent Society's relentless optimism fuels their determination to address even the most complex challenges, working tirelessly to achieve the best possible outcomes for their clients and communities. With a storied history and a clear vision, The Benevolent Society remains a force for positive change in Australian society.