• Inspire others and grow personally
• Utilise your commercial acumen in managing all club operations
The South Adelaide Football Club has declared and tangibly implemented its position as “Visionary, with a Can-do attitude and a United Club”. We are seeking an inspirational CEO who shares this mindset and will continue to implement the strategies in the current business plan. This includes a number of exciting new projects such as the upgrade of facilities at Hickinbotham Oval as part of an overall sporting hub for the region. The role is diverse and challenging requiring exceptional leadership skills across all areas of responsibility. You must have the drive and energy to engage all stakeholders and see challenges as an opportunity rather as an obstacle.
You will be responsible for:
• Day to day operations of the club including the football department and the licensed club.
• Achieving success on and off the field.
• Regular communication and engagement with the membership and stakeholders.
• Creativity in identifying and developing new opportunities.
• Achieving and reporting on key performance indicators that will enable effective measurement of progress against strategic objectives.
• Keeping in touch with sporting trends and adjusting strategies to meet the needs of members.
• Enhancing the football club’s strategic position as a key player in the SANFL.
To be successful in this role you must be able to demonstrate the following in your application:
• Experience and skill to lead a diverse and passionate team. You may have previously led an entire organisation or a major division within a larger organisation.
• The skill and energy to engage all stakeholders in building the club’s success on and off the field.
• A mindset that seeks out creative solutions.
• Proven operational competency in key areas of responsibility including governance, operations, finance, marketing and administration.
• A hands-on style where you work closely with the Board, members and staff through regular communication and engagement.
• Well developed financial, analytical and reporting skills.
To apply, please submit your application to paul@makridpreiss.com.au at Makrid Preiss & Associates. Confidential enquiries can be made to Paul Preiss on 0408 857 894.
