Date Posted: January 1, 1970

CEO - Neighbourhood Watch Australasia Limited (NHWA)

Neighbourhood Watch Australasia Limited (NHWA) is seeking to appoint a CEO to work with the Board to manage the operations of the organisation. The location of this position is to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

NHWA is a federally funded not-for-profit registered charity organisation with DGR status, which is the overarching body of all member Neighbourhood Watch groups in Australia and Neighbourhood Support New Zealand organisations. For further information please refer to www.nhwa.com.au

The successful applicant will be required to facilitate a comprehensive and coordinated range of financial and business support services - including financial management, project management, reporting to the Federal Government, risk management and office management services.

The key responsibilities include:

effective and efficient financial management
working closely with the Board to set strategic direction
ensuring high standards of corporate governance are applied
delivering on key organisational and government projects as per the current funding agreement
stakeholder networking and relationship management
office and staff management
leading new Federal Government funding proposals and applications

Selection Criteria:

executive leadership with strong financial skills
sound governance experience and understanding
sound networking and stakeholder relationship skills
ability to manage federal funding and other grant funding applications and progress reports
marketing skills, project management and delivery

For further information please contact Bernie Durkin, Chair NHWA on 0403124932

Please submit your resume and covering letter addressing selection criteria and experience via Seek.com or direct to:

bernie.durkin@police.wa.gov.au

Neighbourhood Watch Australasia (NHWA) is a respected not-for-profit organisation dedicated to building safer, more connected communities across Australia and New Zealand. Through strategic partnerships, innovative programs, and a commitment to proactive crime prevention, NHWA empowers individuals and neighbourhoods to take positive action in protecting what matters most.

As Chief Executive Officer, you will lead a small but highly skilled and passionate team, supported by an Executive Assistant to ensure smooth operations and effective coordination across all programs and partnerships. This hands-on leadership role combines strategic vision with community heart, driving national initiatives that strengthen community safety, foster collaboration with law enforcement, and deliver meaningful outcomes for communities of every size.

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CEO - Neighbourhood Watch Australasia Limited (NHWA)

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