Chief Executive Officer - Australasian Society for Ultrasound in Medicine

Sydney
Full Time

Chief Executive Officer – Australasian Society for Ultrasound in Medicine

• Enhance the stature of a well-regarded professional association within the healthcare industry
• Champion a dedicated and loyal membership base, making a significant impact in the community
• $200,000 – 220,000 plus Superannuation

About the organisation
The Australasian Society for Ultrasound in Medicine (ASUM) is the peak body for the use of ultrasound in medicine across Australia and New Zealand. Through providing accredited training and education, member services, and events, ASUM is committed to their mission of fostering a collaborative multi-disciplinary community of highly competent health professionals who deliver ultrasound excellence.

As diagnostic ultrasound is the most widely used imaging modality, with new applications and technological advancements continually being developed, ASUM represents the professionals working on the frontlines, making a meaningful impact in the healthcare sector and wider community.

About the role

Collaborating closely with the Board of Directors, the CEO will play a crucial role in elevating the organisation, improving member engagement, and advocating for the profession. As a compassionate and energetic leader, the CEO will create a positive work environment, apply evidence-based practices, and ensure the organisation's future success by investing in staff, volunteers, and systems.
Key responsibilities will include:

• Strategic Leadership: Continuously monitor industry trends and organisational performance while leading the implementation of the Board-approved strategic plan to achieve the organisational mission, performance objectives, and deliver exceptional member-centric services and programs
• Advocacy: Act as the main spokesperson for ASUM, championing its mission and values while cultivating and sustaining robust connections with members, industry partners, volunteers, other associations, and regulatory bodies
• Governance: Lead the implementation of effective corporate governance and risk management structures, measure the impact and effectiveness of the organisation's programs, financial management, and workforce performance, and provide ongoing reports to the Board on progress toward strategic and operational goals
• Financial Management: Develop the annual budget and forecast, incorporate market trends and opportunities for growth, and lead efforts to secure and diversify revenue through educational events, grants, sponsorships and partnerships
• Membership and Partnerships: Enhance member engagement, identify opportunities to attract new members and build relationships with corporate members and partnerships
• People Leadership: Attract, develop and retain a high-performing and diverse team, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment
• Optimisation: Lead daily operations to ensure efficiency, implementing evidence-based management practices and technologies, and fostering a culture of operational excellence, innovation, and commercial growth.

Why work for ASUM?

• Performance based bonus paid on achieving KPIs
• Influence the healthcare sector and lead a passionate team dedicated to providing outstanding services to members
• Professional development opportunities through ASUM’s memberships of Associations Forum and AuSAE
• Travel for members and stakeholder engagements across Australia and NZ
• Represent ASUM on the world stage through alliances with BMUS, WFUMB, ISUOG as well as through ongoing professional development opportunities
• Full time role based in Sydney.

About you

The successful CEO will have:

• Proven track record in leading a professional association or membership-based organisation, with expertise in driving strategy and managing change initiatives
• Demonstrated experience in leading an organisation through revenue and profit generation initiatives, with oversight of financial and risk management
• The ability to inspire and lead a team to achieve organisational goals and foster a positive and engaging work culture
• Experience in the healthcare sector or healthcare related professional associations with strong affiliations with the medical community would be highly advantageous.

Interested?
Please apply using the APPLY NOW via this website.

The closing date for applications is 5pm Wednesday 24th July – however, applications will be reviewed as received so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Please note only applications submitted through the application portal will be considered.

To request more information regarding this exciting position, please reach out to us at executivesearch@beaumontpeople.com.au

Beaumont People has been retained to recruit for this position on behalf of Australasian Society for Ultrasound in Medicine (ASUM). Please direct all enquiries to Sheridan Bagi or Jo Brown.

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