Chief Executive Officer

Add expected salary to your profile for insights Equestrian Western Australia (EWA) is the state sporting organisation for horse sports in Western Australia. Administered by an engaged and high calibre Board of Directors, a dedicated team of employees and voluntary committees, it represents the sports of Dressage, Eventing, Jumping, Show Horse, Carriage Driving, Para-Equestrian and Vaulting as well as having management responsibility for the State Equestrian Centre in Brigadoon, which is currently undergoing extensive upgrades. EWA has 2,700 members along with 93 affiliated clubs. It is one of seven state branches, which make up the membership of Equestrian Australia.

The Position:

Reporting to an experienced and supportive Board, through the Chairperson, you will be responsible for managing EWA’s strategic goals with a focus on the growth and sustainability of equine sports in the state. Your key duties will include:

• Leadership of a small, close-knit team.
• Stakeholder engagement with organisation and individual members, all levels of government, the media, commercial partners and the public.
• Close collaboration with the equestrian community of WA.
• The growth and development of existing and new funding sources.
• Lead a significant capital works and change program.
• Operational and strategic leadership of EWA.
• Membership management and growth.
• Oversee and develop EWA’s events portfolio.

About You:

We are looking for a leader who will possess the core skills required to ensure success. These in particular will be:

• Demonstrated ability to lead an organisation and work with a Board.
• Outstanding communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Prior experience at an executive or senior leadership level.
• Keen commercial acumen and demonstrated business skills.
• A leadership style that is inclusive and aspirational.
• Ability to manage a range of differing priorities and stakeholder expectations.
• An outcomes-focused approach.
• Applicants with a background in sports management will be highly regarded.

A Candidate Prospectus is available by emailing (emailprotected). After reviewing the Prospectus further confidential telephone enquiries may be made to James Fairbairn on 08 9221 0744. Confidential applications should be made in Word format to (emailprotected) quoting Reference LB303181. Our preference is to receive your application by 9.00am, WST Tuesday 28th January 2025. Candidates’ rights under the Privacy Act will be observed at all times. Only candidates with valid work rights in Australia can be considered.

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