At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead advocacy for residential services and drive policy initiatives across Queensland.
- Company: SAPA, the peak body for supported accommodation providers in Queensland.
- Benefits: Influence positive outcomes for members and residents while ensuring strong governance.
- Other info: Join a respected organisation with a commitment to collaboration and member-focused leadership.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the community and shape the future of residential services.
- Qualifications: Proven leadership experience and strong advocacy skills required.
The predicted salary is between 148500 - 181500 $ per year.
As CEO, you will be the leading advocate for SAPA and the residential services sector, representing members with government, regulators, industry bodies and key stakeholders. You will drive policy and advocacy initiatives, develop submissions and position papers, and build productive relationships that influence positive outcomes for members and residents across Queensland.
Working closely with the Board, you will ensure strong governance, compliance and organisational accountability. You will oversee risk management, support effective decision-making, provide strategic advice and reporting, and ensure SAPA meets its legislative, regulatory and constitutional obligations while maintaining best-practice governance standards.
You will provide strategic leadership to deliver SAPA's vision and priorities, identifying opportunities to strengthen the sector, expand SAPA's influence and enhance organisational sustainability. The role will lead growth initiatives, develop strategic partnerships, secure funding opportunities and drive innovative member services that support the evolving needs of the industry.
A key focus of the position is building strong relationships with members and ensuring their interests are effectively represented. You will foster member engagement, create opportunities for collaboration and knowledge sharing, and deliver initiatives that enhance member value, satisfaction and retention while reinforcing SAPA's position as the trusted voice of residential services in Queensland.
Key responsibilities
- Lead sector advocacy and influence government decision-making
- Champion Queensland's residential services industry as its peak body leader
- Drive growth, sustainability and meaningful outcomes for members and residents
- Represent members with government, regulators, industry bodies and key stakeholders
- Drive policy and advocacy initiatives, develop submissions and position papers
- Build productive relationships that influence positive outcomes for members and residents
- Ensure strong governance, compliance and organisational accountability
- Oversee risk management and support effective decision-making
- Provide strategic advice and reporting to the Board
- Lead growth initiatives, develop strategic partnerships and secure funding opportunities
About you
- Demonstrated senior executive leadership experience as a CEO, Executive Officer, General Manager or similar leadership role
- Proven success in advocacy, public policy and government engagement
- Strong understanding of governance, compliance and Board reporting
- Exceptional stakeholder engagement, negotiation and influencing skills
- Experience working with industry associations, member-based organisations, community services, disability, housing, aged care or related sectors
- Strong commercial and financial acumen
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- A commitment to collaboration, integrity and member-focused leadership
About us
The Supported Accommodation Providers Association (SAPA) is Queensland's peak industry body representing private residential service providers and advocating for high-quality, affordable, sustainable and accessible accommodation services. SAPA is a respected and influential voice across government, regulatory agencies, health sectors, and community stakeholders, representing both providers and residents throughout Queensland.
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) employer: Supported Accommodation Providers Association
The Supported Accommodation Providers Association (SAPA) is an exceptional employer located in Brisbane, QLD, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises collaboration and member engagement. As the peak body for Queensland's residential services sector, SAPA provides unique opportunities for professional growth and advocacy, allowing employees to make a meaningful impact on the community while ensuring strong governance and compliance. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, working at SAPA means being part of a respected organisation that values integrity and fosters positive relationships with stakeholders.
Contact Details:
Supported Accommodation Providers Association Recruitment Team
