Chief Executive Officer
Core
Lead the Walkley Foundation into its next chapter by developing and delivering a new strategy to strengthen Australian journalism and democracy.
Role type
Strategy-level Principal Executive (Not-for-Profit)
Builds
A sustainable future for the Foundation, including new strategic plans, diversified revenue streams, and professional development opportunities for journalists.
Domain
Not-for-profit sector / Media industry / Journalism
Required skills
Strategic planning, financial management, commercial partnerships, revenue growth, public speaking, stakeholder management, team leadership, media industry knowledge.
Preferred skills
Experience in member-based organisations, professional associations, unions, arts, or media; leadership in the not-for-profit sector.
Responsibilities
Lead the development and delivery of a new strategic plan with the Board; strengthen and diversify revenue across sponsorship, partnerships, philanthropy, grants and earned income; grow professional development and training opportunities; lead a small team with operational and financial oversight; build trusted relationships with journalists, partners, funders and the media community; act as a credible public voice for the Foundation.