Australian Sailing is the national governing body for sailing in Australia, responsible for driving participation, supporting member clubs and classes, and fostering and delivering high-performance success. With a rich heritage of Olympic and Paralympic achievements and a strong grassroots network, Australian Sailing is committed to fostering inclusivity, innovation, sustainability and excellence in sailing.

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO of Australian Sailing plays a pivotal role in leading the organisation, driving strategic initiatives, and ensuring the growth, innovation and sustainability of sailing in Australia. The CEO is responsible for managing overall operations, working closely with a broad range of key internal and external stakeholders including member clubs and classes, athletes and patrons, the Board, government and commercial partners. The CEO represents Australian Sailing on a national and international level.

To be considered for this role you will need to be a dynamic and collaborative leader, with the ability to engage and develop strong relationships with a range of stakeholders including members and commercial partners. You will have a reputation for sound judgment and decisiveness with the capacity to empathetically negotiate with a complex network of stakeholders to deliver the best possible outcomes for the sport nationally.

You will need proven leadership experience, able to demonstrate a successful track record in managing like-sized businesses or projects, delivering against the strategic plan and driving business development.