Overview
Community Housing Industry Association NSW (CHIA NSW) – Lead the voice of community housing in NSW. CHIA NSW is seeking a new Chief Executive Officer to lead the state's peak body for community housing providers. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of the sector, influence government policy, and support a growing and diverse membership base.
CHIA NSW is a respected, multi-faceted organisation with a strong foundation in advocacy, sector development, training and data. It operates a Registered Training Organisation, leads nationally recognised climate and research initiatives and plays a pivotal role in building sector capability. As CEO, you will be the public face of the organisation - a trusted voice in media, government, and industry - and a strategic leader who can unite stakeholders around a shared vision for social and affordable housing in NSW.
The Role
Reporting to the Board, the CEO will:
* Lead strategic and operational planning, ensuring CHIA NSW is future-ready and member-driven.
* Drive policy development and advocacy that reflects the needs of members and the broader sector.
* Represent the industry to government, media, and key stakeholders with credibility and clarity.
* Oversee training, professional development, and sector capacity-building initiatives.
* Collaborate closely with Australian Community Housing, ACHIA, and other state and territory peaks.
* Inspire and lead a small, committed team with a culture of inclusion, integrity, and impact.
About You
You are a strategic, collaborative, and values-driven leader with:
* Proven senior leadership experience in a complex, member-based or advocacy organisation.
* Strong public policy and government relations expertise — ideally within housing or adjacent sectors.
* Exceptional communication skills and the ability to influence across diverse audiences.
* A track record of building partnerships, delivering results, and leading change.
* A deep commitment to social purpose and equity in housing.
This is a pivotal moment for community housing in NSW. If you're ready to lead a respected organisation and make a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you.
A copy of the Candidate Brief can be found here:
For a confidential discussion, please contact Claire Crawford, Daniel Nicholls or Alison Myatt of Watermark Search International at (emailprotected) .
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