Chief Executive Officer: Bible Society Australia

1 day ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia People for Purpose Full time

The organisation
Founded in 1817, Bible Society Australia (BSA) is the nation's oldest continuously operating organisation and part of the global United Bible Societies fellowship. Its enduring mission is to "open the Bible to all people everywhere by all means possible." BSA works across Australia, the Pacific and beyond to translate, publish, distribute and engage people with the Scriptures, helping them access and understand God's Word in their own language and context. Through innovative use of digital media, technology and partnerships, BSA connects with diverse audiences and advances Bible engagement globally. It also supports public theology and faith-based dialogue through initiatives such as the Centre for Public Christianity (CPX). Following the divestment of Koorong Books, BSA is entering a new chapter of renewal and growth, focused on strengthening its missional impact, ensuring long-term sustainability, and inspiring lives through Scripture.

The role
As Chief Executive Officer, you will lead Bible Society Australia through its next phase of renewal and growth, shaping the organisation's strategic direction and ensuring strong operational and financial foundations. Reporting to the Board, you will unify and empower a passionate team and Board to deliver on BSA's mission of "opening the Bible to all people everywhere by all means possible." You will bring strategic clarity, commercial discipline, and operational excellence to strengthen BSA's impact across Australia and the Pacific. A natural leader of people, you will foster a culture of transparency, accountability and trust, while serving as a credible and articulate public representative of the organisation within both Christian and broader community settings

The ideal candidate will be a seasoned and thoughtful executive, strategic, relational, and grounded in faith. You will demonstrate commercial acumen and solid fundraising literacy, alongside experience leading organisational transformation with wisdom and humility. You will possess strong governance understanding, board experience, and the ability to navigate complexity with sound judgment and grace. Highly articulate and curious, you will engage confidently with diverse stakeholders while modelling servant leadership. Most importantly, you will be deeply aligned to the Christian faith and mission of the Bible Society, bringing both head and heart to steward this historic organisation into its future.

To apply
People for Purpose is partnering with Bible Society to lead the search for this role.

  • We invite you to read the position description ). To review Bible Society annual reports and financial statements, please visit their website and ACNC profile.
  • Once you have absorbed this information and completed your own research, if you have specific questions, please call us on or email
  • Your application will include your CV, as well as a cover letter outlining how your skills and experience align to this opportunity and why you are interested in joining Bible Society. A considered cover letter will be an important part of your application.

Applications close at 12nn on Thursday 16th November 2025.

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