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Client
Our client is a not-for-profit industry organisation that provides support, information and services for its members as well as advocating to government on behalf of the industry and associated stakeholders. The organisation has a clear purpose of facilitating member’s success by identifying and delivering member’s needs through a range of services.

Role
Due to a retirement, the organisationi s now searching for a new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The position is accountable to the industry through a governing Board that consists of elected representatives from member companies. Prior experience in the horticulture/nursery/garden industry would be an advantage but candidates who meet the requirements without this experience are strongly encouraged to apply. Key responsibilities include:

• Provide leadership to the organisation, encompassing operations, budgeting and fiscal management;
• Develop and then implement the strategic plan in conjunction with the Board;
• Identify and develop a hierarchy of member’s needs and deliver services applicable to those to those requirements;
• Maximise member engagement by adding value to their business;
• Increase membership by improved service and delivery of the value proposition;    
• Provide training to members and their staff to improve their skills and capability;
• Advocacy, development of policy and engagement with government.   

Requirements

• Demonstrated leadership, strategic mindset and financial management skills;
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate at all levels;
• Ability to conceptualise, articulate and sell ideas;
• Demonstrated capability in managing and delivering change;
• Ability to retain a clarity of focus in an environment of conflicting needs, priorities and commercial pressures;
• Prior experience in advocacy and/or dealing with government would be a distinct advantage.

Location and Remuneration
The role is located at the Head Office in Kenthurst, NSW. An attractive remuneration package will be offered to attract the right candidate to this crucial industry role.
  
To Apply
Please apply for this role online (SEEK or www.agri.com.au). For a confidential discussion on the role, please call Dr. Ray Johnson, Senior Agribusiness Consultant & Managing Director, Agricultural Appointments, on 0419012841 or email ray@agri.com.au

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