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About the Organisation
General Surgeons Australia (GSA) is the professional body representing Specialist General Surgeons in Australia. As a non-profit,
fellowship-based organisation, GSA exists to ensure the provision of high quality, comprehensive general surgical services to all
Australians from emergency to planned procedures.
GSA supports the profession through education, advocacy, research, audit, and specialist training initiatives. It works in collaboration
with medical colleges, governments, and health stakeholders to position general surgery as a respected and sustainable career pathway, while
advancing workforce planning and the highest standards of care.
Vision
To maintain Specialist General Surgery as a respected, prestigious, and rewarding surgical career and to meet the evolving surgical needs of
patients across Australia.
Values
Excellence | Accountability | Collaboration | Commitment | Sustainability
About the Role
Reporting to the GSA Board of Directors, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is responsible for leading the strategic, governance, and
advocacy functions of the organisation, ensuring alignment with GSA’s mission to promote excellence in surgical care, education, and
workforce planning.
The CEO works closely with the Board and the Deputy CEO/Director of Operations to deliver strategic priorities and support day to day
operations. This includes oversight of key areas such as finance, HR, events, partnerships, and special projects - while actively
contributing to stakeholder engagement and policy influence at both national and regional levels.
This is a unique leadership opportunity to influence the future of surgical services in Australia and drive meaningful outcomes for members,
the health system, and the broader community.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Governance
Operations & Financial Management
Advocacy & External Relations
Stakeholder Engagement & Member Value
Workforce & Education
Why Join GSA?
About You
Governance qualifications (e.g. AICD) and experience in not-for-profit or professional membership organisations will be highly regarded.
How to apply
Please apply using the APPLY NOW via this website.
The closing date for applications is 5pm Thursday 30th October - 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.
For a confidential discussion or a copy of the candidate information pack please email Connect@beaumontexec.com.au
Beaumont People has been retained to recruit for this position on behalf of General Surgeons Australia. Please direct all
enquiries to
Jo Brown or Alma Raheem.
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Across Australia and New Zealand, CEOs and Executive Directors are moving on. Some are retiring. Some have gone to larger organisations.
Some have left because the relationship with their Board ran out of puff. The reasons vary, but the movement is noticeable, and Boards are
appointing replacements.
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records behind them. A good number are stepping into an association CEO role for the first time.
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