Chief Executive Officer – Asia Strategy & Growth

Future Leadership; Melbourne; Presencial; AUD 250.000 - 350.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

Asialink, hosted by the University of Melbourne, seeks a nationally recognised leader to steer Asia capability and engagement into a bold new chapter. This transformational CEO role will shape national and regional influence, governance, and strategic partnerships, advancing Australia’s Asia priorities on the world stage.

The successful candidate will advise university leadership, work with governance bodies, and drive funding strategies while fostering an inclusive, high-performance culture

Qualificações

• Nationally recognised leader with experience spanning government, international relations, business, higher education or the arts.
• Proven track record in executive leadership, governance and driving organisational impact.
• Strong networks across Australia and the Indo-Pacific.
• Commercial acumen with a record of sustainable growth and public sector outcomes.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation and analytical abilities.

Responsabilidades

• Lead Asialink’s strategic direction, financial sustainability, and operational performance.
• Drive thought leadership and policy influence on Australia-Asia relations.
• Build high-impact partnerships across government, business, education, and civil society.
• Oversee governance, compliance and financial performance across divisions.
• Secure funding and evolve the business model for long-term relevance and growth.
• Foster an inclusive, values-driven workplace culture.

Conhecimentos

Executive leadership

Strategic planning

Governance

Stakeholder engagement

Asia knowledge

Descrição da vaga

Asialink, hosted by the University of Melbourne, seeks a nationally recognised leader to steer Asia capability and engagement into a bold new chapter. This transformational CEO role will shape national and regional influence, governance, and strategic partnerships, advancing Australia’s Asia priorities on the world stage.

The successful candidate will advise university leadership, work with governance bodies, and drive funding strategies while fostering an inclusive, high-performance culture