At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a youth services organisation, driving impact and sustainability.
- Company: Respected organisation dedicated to supporting children and young people.
- Benefits: Opportunity to make a real difference in the community and lead with purpose.
- Other info: Diverse candidates encouraged to apply, including those with lived experiences.
- Why this job: Be a values-driven leader shaping the future for youth and families.
- Qualifications: Executive leadership experience with a focus on community impact and stakeholder engagement.
The Company is seeking a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead its well-respected youth services organization. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing strategic, operational, and cultural leadership, with a focus on performance, financial sustainability, safeguarding, service quality, workforce leadership, and stakeholder engagement. This role is pivotal in driving the organization's impact and sustainability, and the ideal CEO will be a values-driven leader with a strong background in the not-for-profit, community services, housing, homelessness, or related sectors.
Key responsibilities include:
- Partnering with the board on governance, risk, and organizational sustainability
- Strengthening outcomes measurement
- Championing child safety and quality practice
Applicants for the CEO position at the company should be accomplished and authentic leaders, combining strong business acumen with a genuine commitment to children, young people, and community impact. The role requires experience at the executive or senior leadership level, particularly in working with boards and governance frameworks, and a proven track record in building relationships and influencing stakeholders.
The CEO will be expected to have a deep commitment to safeguarding, trauma-informed, and culturally safe practices, and the leadership capability to guide organizational change and support better outcomes for children and young people. The company encourages applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences, including those with a lived experience of the systems affecting children, young people, families, or homelessness.
Chief Executive Officer in Sydney employer: ExecThread
The Company is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a safe and inclusive workplace culture that prioritises employee wellbeing and continuous improvement. With a strong community focus, employees are encouraged to grow through leadership opportunities and collaboration with executive leaders, ensuring a meaningful impact on workplace health and safety. Located in a supportive environment, the Company offers a unique chance to lead initiatives that shape a proactive safety culture while enjoying a fulfilling career.
