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The Position
With a history dating back more than 70 years, coupled with a reputation as a contemporary national leader in high quality disability support services, Scope is seeking to appoint a collaborative Chief Executive Officer (CEO), to lead the organisation’s next chapter.
The Chief Executive Officer brings purpose, vision and values to life across Scope and in all aspects of leadership and strategic decision-making. The CEO leads the ELT in setting, governing and realising Scope’s culture, strategic direction and operational service delivery priorities to empower clients to belong, thrive and live their dreams. In an era of person-centred support, the CEO will continue championing a focus of meeting the future needs of customers; sustainably.
With proven CEO or senior executive experience delivering high-quality human services in a complex environment, success requires a record of leadership in strategic and operational excellence achieved in organisations where people, quality, safety and wellbeing, are paramount.
As a highly self-aware and empathetic individual with exceptional interpersonal skills, you will continue fostering a collaborative culture, building on positive stakeholder relationships and have a reputation for integrity and consistent delivery in an environment of strong governance and continuous change. A genuine affinity with key stakeholders and a contemporary and consultative leadership style are essential, as is warmth, integrity, authenticity and the credibility necessary to inspire others to follow.
Relevant tertiary and/or post graduate qualifications are expected.
The Organisation
Scope is one of Australia’s largest and most trusted disability service providers, creating meaningful opportunities and impact that pushes boundaries every single day.
Supporting thousands of across Victoria and New South Wales, Scope proudly delivers a range of services including supported independent living, short term accommodation, social connections and therapy.
Scope was founded over 70 years ago in 1948, by families who wanted better support for their children with cerebral palsy. The organisation has since led the way in working with clients, families, corporate and government organisations to remove barriers to social inclusion.
Offering a wide range of services to enable people of all ages to achieve their goals, Scope is a registered NDIS provider that has
supported people to successfully transition to the NDIS since inception in 2013.
For more information about Scope Australia visit: www.scopeaust.org.au
Applications close: Sunday 31 August 2025
To Apply: Please visit www.futureleadership.com.au where an accessibility menu (powered by UserWay) is available to support diverse user needs. Navigate to the ‘Opportunities’ section for the role and to download a Candidate Information Pack. Address your cover letter and resume to Kate Wheeler, quoting reference SCOceo0725.
For any further information or assistance please call +61 409 006 245.
If at any time you require us to adjust our recruitment process to meet your individual needs, please email: info@futureleadership.com.au
The association sector is in the middle of a leadership handover.
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.
The encouraging part is the calibre of the people coming in. Many are genuinely well suited to the job — capable executives with strong
records behind them. A good number are stepping into an association CEO role for the first time.
Most associations can provide a long list of membership benefits. They may include professional development, advocacy, networking, industry information, events, resources, accreditation, discounts and access to specialist advice. However, a list of benefits does not necessarily explain why someone makes the decision to join.
While every Board is different, the same governance issues appear time and again. One of the most common is allowing one person’s behaviour
to dominate the Board table.
Almost every Board has experienced it at some point. One director who seems to consume more time and energy than everyone else combined.
How we help membership based, not-for-profit associations now and into the future.
