Chief Executive Officer - Community Clubs Victoria

Lead. Influence. Advocate. Shape the Future of Victoria’s Clubs.

Community Clubs Victoria (CCV) is the peak industry body representing the interests of clubs across the state. Our members deliver vital community, sporting, hospitality, and cultural services that contribute to the social fabric of Victoria.

We are seeking a dynamic and influential Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead CCV into its next chapter of growth and advocacy. Reporting to the Board, the CEO will provide strategic leadership, drive effective government and stakeholder engagement, and ensure CCV delivers maximum value to its members.

The Opportunity

As CEO you will:

• Shape and execute CCV’s long-term strategic direction.
  
• Be the public voice of CCV, representing the industry with government, regulators and media.
  
• Strengthen partnerships with member clubs, corporate partners, industry stakeholders, state & national associations.
  
• Ensure the financial and organisational sustainability of CCV.
  
• Build and lead a high-performing team, fostering a strong values-based culture.
  

About You

We are seeking an outstanding leader who can demonstrate:

• Proven executive leadership experience (CEO, GM, or senior executive level).
  
• Strong background in advocacy, government relations, or public policy.
  
• Excellent communication, influencing, and media skills.
  
• Commercial and financial acumen with a track record of organisational performance.
  
• Experience in member-based, not-for-profit, or regulated sectors (hospitality or clubs advantageous).
  
• Tertiary qualifications in business, law, policy, or a related discipline.
  

You will be a proven leader with the credibility, strategic insight, and advocacy skills to influence stakeholders, represent members effectively, and deliver strong outcomes for the industry.

Why Join CCV?

• Lead a respected peak industry body with strong membership.
  
• Influence outcomes at the highest levels of government and industry.
  
• Work with a committed Board and team driving positive outcomes for the club industry.
  
• Competitive executive remuneration package.
  

How to Apply

This is a confidential executive appointment.

For a Position Description, please use this link https://www.ccv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/CCV-CEO-Position-Description_September-2025.pdf

For further information or to apply, please submit your CV and cover letter via email to greg.ryan@ccv.net.au

Applications close: Close of business, Friday 3rd October 2025.

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