We are seeking a strategically influential and commercially astute Chief Executive Officer to lead a respected not-for-profit organisation into its next phase of growth, sector leadership, and national impact while remaining cognisant of maintaining financial sustainability.

This is an opportunity for a highly credible leader with executive presence and established networks to shape the future of women’s participation and leadership in STEM. The ideal candidate for this role is a leader who can balance purpose with performance, someone with proven sales and partnership experience with large organisations who can generate a financial surplus that is reinvested into mission delivery.

About the Role

Reporting to the Board, the CEO will:

- Lead strategy execution and organisational performance

- Build and secure high-value partnerships with corporates, government and large institutions

- Leverage existing executive-level networks to unlock strategic partnerships, sponsorship and funding opportunities

- Represent the organisation publicly and strengthen advocacy impact

- Represent the organisation at senior industry forums, government roundtables and high-level stakeholder engagements

- Act as a trusted advisor to the Board on sector trends,



policy shifts and growth opportunities

- Ensure strong governance, financial management and compliance

- Drive diversified revenue streams and ensure sustainable surplus generation

- Lead, inspire and manage staff and volunteers

What We’re Looking For

You will bring:

- Senior executive or CEO-level leadership experience

- Proven success selling services, partnerships or programs to large organisations

- Established executive networks across corporate, government or industry sectors

- Demonstrated ability to operate credibly with C-suite leaders, Board Chairs and senior decision-makers

- Robust commercial and financial acumen, including budget and surplus management

- Strategic thinker capable of balancing long-term impact with commercial performance

- Excellent relationship-building, negotiation and influencing skills

- Executive presence with the ability to inspire confidence and command respect in high-level environments

- Experience working with Boards and diverse stakeholders

- Political acumen and strong stakeholder judgement
- A genuine commitment to purpose and impact

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📌 Chief Executive Officer (Melbourne)
🏢 GRANITE GROUP
📍 Melbourne