Salary: $200,000 – $320,000

The CEO is responsible for leading Taekwondo in Australia. This includes driving and delivering the strategic and operational plans of the organisation. The Chief Executive Officer is tasked with engaging the Taekwondo community, building membership and managing stakeholder relationships, while running the day-to-day operations of the sport.Working closely with the Board, the CEO can build and leverage the existing team of staff, while working with a highly committed volunteer and stakeholder group in refining and implementing the strategic vision for Australian Taekwondo.The CEO will demonstrate Knowledge and experiences across the core functional responsibilities of leadership, high performance, marketing communications, relationship management, customer service, financial accountability and commercial management.The Chief Executive Officer will contribute to the success of Australian Taekwondo by:LeadershipProviding leadership consistent with AT's core values, foster an environment for the sport's development in alignment with the strategic plan and support a team management culture across all areas of responsibility. Promote a culture of continuous improvement and lead organisational change utilising best practice management principles.ManagementAssume the overall responsibility for the management of the day-to-day operations of AT, including all the human and financial resources, while driving and developing the business consistent with the agreed strategic direction.OrganisationEnsure the structure of the sport optimises assets, resources and program deployment with a unified common direction and strategy. This includes optimising shared services and supporting best practice to partners in the states and territories.Planning and PolicyWorking with the Board to develop AT's strategic plan and leading Its implementation and delivery,



and business plan by collaborating with the Board and other stakeholders to achieve the vision, develop strategies and lead MSs, staff and stakeholders to deliver the plans.Compliance, Governance & IntegrityEnsuring AT is compliant with all legislative and statutory requirements including member protection, funding agreements, reporting and other contractual requirements. This also includes the maintenance, accuracy and updating of all AT policies, procedures, databases and resources including Club and Member Registrations, Accreditations and Member Protection.RevenueContinue developing commercial revenue streams, reducing the reliance on Government revenues to underpin the delivery of AT’s programs, services and activities.FinancialDevelop annual budget for board approval. Manage ATs fiscal policies and processes consistent with positive governance principles.Promotion and MarketingEnsuring the AT's e-commerce and social media activities are meeting the needs of the business and customers and that this is promoted effectively to achieve full commercial potential.Representation and RelationshipsProvide effective and active representation of AT at all levels. Develop and enhance relationships with the Martial Art stakeholder group.Grow the sportImplement strategies and programs to grow the participant base throughout Australia and provide pathways for athletes, coaches, officials and administrators of all ages, genders and cultures throughout Australia.Customer serviceBuild AT’s reputation as a best practice member organisation, driving and developing a service culture across the organisation.Event ManagementEstablish and manage a national events program that delivers both high performance and commercial outcomes.High PerformanceWork in partnership with the Combat Institute of Australia on the peak performance of our HP athletes.Applications close 11:59pm Monday 16th November 2026#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Chief Executive Officer (Canberra)
🏢 Australian Taekwondo
📍 Canberra