About the role The CEO assists the NPA Executive to develop and implement the Strategic Plan, build a prominent public profile and fulfil regulatory and other governance obligations. The CEO is accountable for managing day-to-day operations, staff and communications, and provides consistent high-level advice to the Executive members.

Key responsibilities

- Report directly to the NPA Executive through the President
- Attend NPA Executive meetings and State Council meetings
- Attend meetings for specialist member groups as required
- Supervise staff and contractors
- Maintain communications with key member groups
- Build and sustain productive relationships with partner organisations, indigenous interests, public agencies, elected members, media channels and the wider community

About you

- Enthusiastic and committed leader with high level management skills
- Experience with reporting to a Board
- Ability to engage with senior government officials and elected representatives
- Sound political judgement with a calm, patient and persevering demeanour
- Excellent spokesperson who can communicate with broad audiences
- Ability to inspire, motivate and collaborate with members, supporters and skilled staff
- Genuine commitment to nature evident from professional career or personal background
- Relevant degree qualifications in fields such as life sciences, cultural heritage, environmental policy, planning or law,



or extensive equivalent experience in related fields

About us The National Parks Association of NSW (NPA) is a member-driven community organisation dedicated to the protection and appreciation of nature. NPA is an incorporated association and registered charity with DGR status. It has a strongly decentralised structure of regional and specialist member groups, providing meaningful opportunities for member involvement throughout the organisation.

Benefits

- Work within a values-driven, nature-centred community of members
- Passionate team and collaborative, inclusive culture with a 70 year track record
- Permanent position
- Flexible working arrangements (Sydney based office or remote working in NSW)

How to apply Motivated to lead an organisation that’s focused on protecting a priceless legacy for future generations? Please download a full information package (including application instructions) from https://npansw.org.au/position-vacant/

Submit your application by email to [email protected] using the subject line ‘Chief Executive Officer application’.

If delivery by email is not possible, please make prior arrangements with us to receive your application by post or courier.

To discuss the position, or raise any questions, please contact Richard Bennett 0415 569 881, or by email to [email protected]

📌 Chief Executive Officer (Sydney)
🏢 National Parks Association of NSW
📍 Sydney