•Lead a trusted Authority founded in community spirit
•Advance a world-class fire and emergency service
•Bring values driven and autonomous leadership Strategic and inspirational leadership opportunity to lead a world class fire and emergency service agency.
The Position
CFA is a trusted authority with community reach, local knowledge and the skills to best prepare Victorian communities for fire and respond in force when communities are in need. CFA strives to be an organisation of choice for volunteers and employees and epitomises the Victorian spirit of community and care.
Reporting to an accomplished Chair and Board, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will continue to deliver the current strategic plans and lead the organisation as a critical part of Victoria's integrated emergency response services and to deliver efficient and effective performance for the benefit of the Victorian Community. The CEO will drive a culture of excellence and innovation underpinned by community engagement and resilience. Supported by a Chief Officer, who has infield regional accountability, the CEO will continue the organisation's capability build and development of volunteers.
The successful incumbent will be a highly experienced and seasoned leader who is inspirational and inclusive, with a track record in strategic and operational excellence achieved in a setting where safety, wellbeing and environmental compliance are paramount. As a highly self-aware, decisive and collaborative individual with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, the CEO will sponsor a supportive, constructive culture and engender confidence in the future. You will have a reputation for high integrity and delivery of strong governance. Relevant tertiary and/or post graduate qualifications are expected.
The Organisation
From informal beginnings, CFA has grown to be one of the largest volunteer-based emergency service organisations in the world, with around 1,000 employees and over 50,000 volunteers.
CFA members are key to the success of the organisation because they are deeply connected with their local area and have a unique understanding of their community risk.
The CFA, as a volunteer-based organisation, works together with communities to keep Victorians safe from fire and other emergencies.
Remuneration
Remuneration will be commensurate with the seniority, scale and complexity of the role.
To apply
Please go to and click on ‘APPLY ONLINE' using reference CFAceo0724, addressing your cover letter and resume to David Spencer and Sandra Kerr, of Future Leadership, or call 1300 347 437 for further information.
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