Chief Executive Officer

Are you passionate about the transformative power of sport and active recreation? Do you possess the leadership acumen to drive organisational change and growth? Join us at SportWest, the peak industry body for sport and active recreation in WA.

About Us:

SportWest has experienced significant growth and success in recent years as a result of a focussed commitment to advocating for our members and enhancing the capability of the sport and active recreation industry in WA. Our vision is bold: we aspire for all West Australians to be connected and engaged in sport and active recreation

 The Position:

As the CEO, you will play a pivotal role in realising our vision. Your primary responsibility is to provide leadership and operational management to achieve our goals. Reporting directly to the board, you will have full autonomy over the day-today operations of the business. 

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Providing executive leadership and operational management of SportWest.
• Developing the capability of the people and organisations who support the sport and active recreation industry in Western Australia including SportWest members.
• Leading initiatives to improve access to sport and active recreation participation opportunities for the community.
• Leading the growth of an innovative sport and active recreation sector in Western Australia that embraces knowledge, collaboration, data, and technology.
• Driving projects and activities that promote the community value of sport and active recreation.
• Leading an innovative strategy to strengthen the SportWest membership.
• Advocating for and represent the WA sport and active recreation community at all levels.
• Evolving and continually improving the governance and operations of SportWest.

About You:

• You have proven experience in senior leadership roles, preferably within the sport and active recreation industry or a related field.
• You are a collaborative and inclusive leader with the ability to build high performing teams whilst maintaining a positive culture and a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. 
• You have demonstrated ability to drive organisational change and growth with a track record of delivering results.
• You have a strong understanding of the sport and active recreation landscape in Western Australia.
• You are an excellent communicator and negotiator and are skilled at stakeholder management.
• You are a strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into action.
• You have sound financial acumen and experience managing budgets and resources effectively.
• You show care for the people you work with and for and prioritise relationships in your day-to-day activities.
• You have commercial aptitude with the ability to drive new sources of revenue.
• You have a continuous improvement mindset and a proven ability to drive this culture in your 
• Working under pressure doesn’t bother you and you can effectively plan workloads and delegate to others;
• And, it goes without saying that you will commit to and drive the SportWest strategic values and priorities. 

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 How to Apply

If you are ready to take on this exciting leadership opportunity and drive the sport and active recreation industry forward, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this role by 9am Monday 20 May 2024 .

 Join us in shaping the future of sport and active recreation in Western Australia. 

 Please note : all applications must be submitted through SEEK to be considered. 

 Candidates that are shortlisted for interview will be contacted shortly after the closing date. All other candidates will be communicated with at the conclusion of our process. 

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