We are looking for a mission-driven and experienced business leader skilled in successfully executing strategic plans and empowering high performing staff. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Chief Executive will be based at the organisation’s offices in Nambour in the Sunshine Coast region of Southeast Queensland.  ECOllaboration is a for-purpose company whose purpose is to implement informed, innovative, sustainable and cost-efficient environmental solutions for the benefit of our clients and the environment.  Our activities include: supporting knowledge and skills development through training programs and the provision of ecological education services for secondary and primary school students; promoting and establishing environmentally sound infrastructure from a diverse economic base; undertaking projects and technical investigations in support of the objectives;  providing leadership and skilled governance with a broad outlook; Maintaining a public fund called the ECOllaboration Public Fund compliant with 30-E of the Income Tax Assessment Act 1997 for the specific purpose of supporting the objectives of ECOllaboration Ltd. We operate a diverse range of activities throughout South-East Queensland: Community water quality monitoring. Amphibian surveys. River patrols and litter surveys. Natural area management, environmental offset management and translocation projects. Biocontrol programs. Dune, riverine and land revegetation programs. Environmental compliance monitoring. School and community education programs including presentations at community and industry forums. Research programs. Ecotourism programs. Accredited training programs (business and conservation). Community group supervision in conservation. Chief Executive Officer KEY ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES Reporting through the Chair, to the Board of ECOllaboration, the CEO will: Communicate the progress and outcomes of the Strategic Plan actions; Provide advice to the Board on matters of strategic direction, policy, program development, management practices and organisational performance; Provide leadership in developing program, organisational, and financial plans and execution of policies authorised by the Board; Provide transformational leadership by role-modelling, inspiring and supporting a safe productive environment for staff, volunteers and trainees; Coordinate the implementation of the Strategic Plan, policy directives and projects within approved budgets and within statutory and contractual requirements; Advocate and develop partnerships with government agencies, industry and other community organisations and individuals to enable informed decision-making; Prepare written reports, plans and other documents as directed by the Board; Lead, manage, and guide the organisation to attain continued growth, success, and optimal mission impact for ECOllaboration programs and services; Provide thoughtful executive leadership that is inclusive, transparent, and empowering in a manner that supports and guides the organisation’s mission and values; Manage the affairs of the organisation in an efficient and accountable manner. DUTIES Advocacy Lobby and promote ECOllaboration achievements to Local, State and Federal Governments, their respective agencies, other organisations and the media. Represent ECOllaboration at various meetings. Represent ECOllaboration on relevant boards, committees, forums and consultative groups to determine new initiatives, external policy development, funding opportunities, and to enhance the image of ECOllaboration; Increase the profile of ECOllaboration by monitoring all promotional activities to ensure optimum promotion of the organisation and represent ECOllaboration at a wide variety of events. Policy and Planning Review existing policy and develop new policy in conjunction with the Board and in consultation with major stakeholders. Assure that the organisation makes consistent and timely progress in achieving its mission and targets;  Ensure ongoing re-appraisal and updating of the Strategic Plan. Communication & Liaison Develop and maintain communication and promotions links with various stakeholders; In consultation with the Chair and Company Secretary, organise Board meetings and prepare agendas and papers; Establish close relationships with government and other funding bodies and sources; Attend meetings and community events that enhance communication. Financial Administration Ensure sound financial management in accordance with best industry practice; Oversee the preparation of budgets, required financial reports and cashflow forecasts, submit them to the Board and make recommendations to the Board regarding operations; Oversee preparation of funding submissions and acquittals in order to sustain and develop funding for ECOllaboration programs. People Management Ensure the effective management of human resources, including recruitment and selection, training and development, and performance management; Foster a collaborative working environment, encourage professional development, and champion accountability amongst staff; Organise, motivate, and mentor internal team leaders to strategically grow the organisation’s impact, programs, and to effectively fulfill its important mission; Continually foster a safety culture that drives attitudes and beliefs that support safe behaviour; Oversee and direct the work of management and administration staff and volunteers; Provide leadership and direction to all staff and volunteers; Ensure adherence to all Workplace Health and Safety Standards and other relevant legislation. QUALIFICATIONS Essential: Tertiary qualifications in environmental science or other related fields. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with excellent attention to detail Ability to work with people at all levels, including internal stakeholders and external clients. A strong, proactive client service and partnership focus. Desirable: Previous experience in the environmental management and/or consulting field; Previous experience in the ‘for-purpose’ sector. SELECTION CRITERIA Demonstrated experience in business acumen including business development with vertical integrated strategies, marketing and publicity, and financial reporting. A degree in Environmental Science, Natural Resources Management or other relevant tertiary qualifications and recent experience that is deemed suitable in managing natural resource projects including water quality monitoring, restoration, natural regeneration, pest management and volunteering programs. Demonstrated leadership in implementing and championing a behaviour-based safety culture across the whole organisation. Demonstrated capability in leading and empowering a leadership team which encourages and rewards initiative, innovation and a respectful Team Culture across the organisation. Highly developed analytical and conceptual skills and a proven ability to formulate partnerships, project proposals and funding applications using consultative and participative process skills and a high level experience in solving identifying, analysing, developing and managing complex natural resource management issues. Proven high level leadership and project management skills and the ability to manage multidisciplinary teams to deliver project outcomes. Proven high level interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, including consultation, negotiation and liaison skills and the ability to professionally represent and promote ECOllaboration at public forums and the media. Demonstrated ability to manage human resources including staff and volunteers. Demonstrated knowledge of corporate governance, health and safety, employment equity and anti-discrimination practices. Demonstrated knowledge of the variety of government acts, strategies and plans pertinent to the operation of ECOllaboration. The CEO has overall management responsibility for growing and sustaining an effective and successful environmental services organisation. Contact stephen@ECOllaboration.org.au for a detailed position description.  If you would like to be considered for the role, submit your CV and covering letter to stephen@ECOllaboration.org.au.  Interviews for short-listed candidates either via video-link or in person will be conducted by the Board’s selection panel during July.   For additional information or a confidential discussion please contact Stephen Potter on 07 5476 4777.

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