Strategic Leader Wanted
We are seeking a visionary and commercially astute individual to lead our organization into its exciting next chapter. With a bold strategic plan in place and a renewed focus on growth, innovation, and long-term impact, this is a unique leadership opportunity.
The role involves driving the planning and delivery of a major event, elevating the brand, growing commercial partnerships, ensuring the long-term sustainability of the organization, and leading a small but passionate team.
This position is pivotal in delivering on our strategic pillars: excellence, trust, safety, community experience, inclusivity, and financial sustainability.
Main Responsibilities:
* Leadership and governance: Execute the strategic plan in consultation with the Board.
* Oversee governance, compliance, and risk management frameworks.
* Monitor and report on key performance indicators, including safety, financial health, and stakeholder satisfaction and strategic progress.
Commercial Growth and Financial Sustainability:
* Secure and manage high-value partnerships, grants, and sponsorships to diversify revenue and increase financial sustainability.
* Manage financial planning, including budgeting and reporting.
Brand and Stakeholder Engagement:
* Champion the brand and identity, ensuring consistent messaging and stakeholder engagement with government agencies, local councils, and community stakeholders.
* Drive innovation and explore new opportunities, including event formats, partnerships, and community engagement opportunities.
Event Operations and Team Leadership:
* Lead the end-to-end planning and delivery of the major event, ensuring world-class safety and participant experience.
* Inspire and manage a high-performing team and volunteer network.
* Implement systems and processes that enable operational excellence and resilience.
About You:
You're a strategic, commercially-minded leader with a proven ability to turn a plan into action. You have a track record of building high-value partnerships, and leading teams through transformation. You thrive in dynamic, community-focused environments, and are ready to take our organization through a period of meaningful transformation and growth.
Ambitious and forward-thinking executive leaders who can drive commercial growth, innovate, and foster a positive internal culture are encouraged to apply.
Benefits:
* Be part of a close-knit, values-driven and purpose-driven community.
* Play a key role in shaping the future of a global icon.
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