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Part-time (0.8 FTE) | Remote Role | $130,000 – $150,000 + super (pro-rata)
Shape the future of music therapy in Australia.
The Australian Music Therapy Association (AMTA), the national peak body for music therapists, is seeking a dynamic and visionary Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead the organisation through an exciting phase of advocacy, reform, and sector growth.
About AMTA
AMTA is the government-recognised professional body for music therapy in Australia, supporting a diverse membership of over 1,000 registered music therapists, students, and associates. We promote access to evidence-based music therapy across healthcare, disability, aged care, education, and mental health sectors.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Board, the CEO will lead:
This is a unique leadership role in a purpose-driven, membership organisation with real impact on health, wellbeing, and social inclusion.
About You
We’re looking for an experienced executive or senior leader with:
✅ Proven leadership in the allied health, not-for-profit, or professional association sectors
✅ Strong skills in strategy, advocacy, governance, and financial management
✅ Passion for social impact and improving health outcomes
✅ Excellent communication, influencing, and relationship-building abilities
Desirable: knowledge of music therapy, lived experience of allied health, or experience in membership-based organisations.
Why Join Us
✔ Meaningful, high-impact role
✔ Flexible, part-time remote work
✔ Generous salary and conditions
✔ Work with a dedicated board, staff, and volunteer community
Download the full Candidate Brief here:
https://austmtaorgau-my.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/personal/president_austmta_org_au/EcdyDJ1b3UtAn53RDd85xbYBeUqNBDdYDB6VbjD0HtSVVg?e=GtTVBg
How to Apply
Please submit your cover letter addressing key selection criteria and your CV to careers@austmta.org.au.
Applications reviewed as received — open until filled.
Confidential enquiries:
Monica Zidar, AMTA President
📧 careers@austmta.org.au | 📞 0419
275 052
Most association leaders face a persistent challenge: growing and retaining members. It’s not uncommon to hear stories of
members who join for a year, drop off, and then rejoin two years later. While this cycle may seem harmless, it carries hidden costs—such
as staff time, marketing expenses, onboarding resources, and software overhead—that
can quietly drain your association’s budget.
Running an association or not-for-profit (NFP) is no small feat. Whether you're leading a professional body, a community group, or a
national peak organisation, one question always lingers:
“How do we know we’re doing well?”
It’s a fair question—and an important one.
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