Chief Executive Officer

2 weeks ago

CanterburyBankstown Council, Australia Orchard Talent Group Full time

Aged & Disability Support (Community Services & Development)

The Organisation

Creating Links, established in 1972, is a boutique community service organisation operating across Greater Sydney. They specialise in services for children and families, disability support, financial counselling, fostering, and youth programs. The organisation has maintained a leading role as a multicultural service provider while prioritising a friendly, personable, and individualised client experience. Emphasising cultural diversity among its staff, Creating Links offers flexible services accessible to all community members, irrespective of age, religion, ability, or culture. The vision of "Communities for the future" underscores Creating Links' aspiration to be a leading community service provider, dedicated to strengthening and building community capacity.

The Opportunity

The Chief Executive Officer opportunity is a full-time position located in Bankstown, NSW, and directly to the Board. The CEO will provide leadership to ensure the organisation delivers on its mission of developing resilient, productive, and inclusive communities and families. Responsibilities include sustainable organsational growth, diversification of revenue streams, and effective collaboration with the Board.

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring positive interventions in the lives of clients and maximising their impact while upholding the organisation's values and cultural diversity.

The CEO will be responsible for:

  • Financial and Operational Oversight:
    • Ensure sound financial management in alignment with the organisational mission.
    • Monitor and address operational budget issues promptly.
  • Human Resources and Performance Culture:
    • Lead workforce planning and foster a high-performance culture.
  • Governance, Strategy, and Communication:
    • Ensure compliance, implement corrective actions, and maintain transparency.
    • Define and operationalise strategic direction in collaboration with the Board.
    • Foster collaborative relationships internally and externally.
  • Cultural Improvement:
    • Lead cultural development for a high-performing work environment.
    • Grow the community brand and reputation of Creating Links.
    • Identify and address work health and safety activities and issues.
About You

For this appointment we are seeking a strategic Executive Leader with a genuine passion for improving community outcomes. They will have a track record in developing strong commercial outcomes in the Human Services space. In addition, the successful candidate will have;
  • Exceptional Leadership and an Entrepreneurial Mindset:
    • Possess outstanding leadership skills to build and lead senior management teams.
    • Demonstrate an entrepreneurial mindset with exceptional leadership skills, able to lead by example.
  • Change Management Skills and Strategic Thinking:
    • Proven track record in successful organisational change management.
    • Highly developed strategic thinking, planning, and analytical skills.
  • Stakeholder Relationship Building and Sector Knowledge:
    • Demonstrate effective relationship building with internal and external stakeholders, including government entities.
    • Extensive knowledge of the community services sector.
  • Financial Acumen and Communication Skills:
    • Extensive experience in identifying and applying for financial grants with associated reporting.
    • Ability to lead a large workforce, coupled with strong relationships among executives.
    • Strong understanding of corporate finance, performance management principles, corporate governance, and general management best practices.
    • Experience working effectively with a Board of Directors.
    • Excellent communication and public speaking skills.
How to Apply

For a confidential discussion or role related questions, please contact Ella Barnard of The Orchard Talent Group on or email . To apply please submit your current CV via the link. Please note applicants must have a legal right to work in Australia. Report this job advert

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