• High profile Sports Management Position
  • Iconic brand Founded in 1920
  • Dynamic role encompassing operational, financial, corporate governance, football administration, hospitality and asset management responsibility.

This is an Ideal role for a passionate sports / football person with demonstrated business acumen.

The Chief Executive Officer is responsible for the management and operations of the Glenelg Football Club including the licensed venue. Critical to this will be maintaining financial viability whilst working within strict legal and constitutional boundaries.

The Role

Reporting to the GFC Board this position will encompass strategic development, operational management and policy development. The CEO is responsible for overseeing the management of the licensed venue, football operations, finance, sponsorship & marketing and liaising with external stakeholders such the SANFL and City of Holdfast Bay.

The candidate must demonstrate highly developed communication, people management, negotiation and leadership skills.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee all Football Club and Licensed venue operations
  • To demonstrate effective leadership and accountability for all areas of the business in line with the Glenelg Football Club Strategic Plan
  • Execute the current strategic plan and continue to work with the GFC Board to review and improve the Strategic Plan and Business Model
  • Develop and implement strategies to increase both football related and non-football related revenue streams
  • Financial Management of the Football Club and Licensed Club
  • Monthly Board reports and preparation of the Annual Report
  • Management of yearly forecasts and budgets and monitoring and reporting of actual results against budget
  • Responsible for ensuring appropriate Corporate Governance is maintained (including salary cap management and reporting) for the organisation
  • Establish and maintain sound relationships with internal and external stakeholders including City of Holdfast Bay, SANFL, Glenelg District Cricket Club, Glenelg Primary School, sponsors, members, volunteers
  • Overall Asset Management including maintenance and facility upgrades in conjunction with council

Qualifications / Skills and Attributes

  • Demonstrated experience in a middle / senior management position
  • Superior leadership and people management skills with the ability to communicate and manage a diverse range of functions
  • Sound financial acumen with the competence to develop and manage budgets
  • Capability to build strong working relationships both internally and externally
  • Strong team engagement and collaboration skills

Desirable

  • Previous knowledge or experience in a Venue Management and / or Gaming
  • Formal Qualifications in Business, Accounting, Finance or similar
  • Previous experience working in a sports management position

A competitive salary package based on experience and demonstrated ability will be offered to the successful applicant. If you have the skills and experience outlined above then please forward your CV and Cover Letter to scollins@lmca.com.au 

Or for a confidential discussion please call Scott Collins on 08 8361 0200

Applications close Friday 1st November 2019