Chief Executive Officer

• Outstanding Executive role in highly reputable ‘For Purpose’ organisation
• Visionary and engaging leader sought to build and deliver a sustainable business model   
• Lead the transformative next step to strengthen food security in central Victoria 

ESE Consulting is proud to be partnering with our client, Bendigo Foodshare, in the search for an outstanding Chief Executive Officer.

The Position

Bendigo Foodshare seeks to appoint a contemporary and entrepreneurial Chief Executive Officer to lead the operations and strengthen food security in communities across Central Victoria.

The Chief Executive Officer will lead the delivery of the organisation’s strategic plan, reducing food poverty in Central Victoria through the provision of food, the development of food skills, and the reduction of barriers and stigma to accessing help. The CEO will hold responsibility for developing a business model to secure long-term sustainability of the organisation. 

Duties include the management of financial performance and organisational culture, as well as the provision of high-level advice to the Board. Duties also focus on stakeholder collaboration, workforce planning and improved models of service delivery.

Key position requirements will include:

• Providing vision and leadership for Bendigo Foodshare to reduce food insecurity and improve food skills in Central Victoria
• Developing strong partnerships across industry, government, and community to create and champion new funding, fundraising and commercial opportunities.
• Developing and overseeing effective Social Enterprise Models, Service Models, and systems development.
• In conjunction with the Board, providing strategic guidance for the organisation.
• Financial management, planning and reporting.
• Maintaining a strong and positive culture that is inclusive, supportive, and accountable.
• Continuing to grow community awareness of Bendigo Foodshare’s public profile.

Qualifications and Experience

The successful person will be a visionary and engaging Executive with demonstrated capability in the following areas:

• Extensive experience in providing inspirational leadership, ideally within the community/not-for-profit sector. 
• Experience of Fundraising in the not-for-profit sector is preferred.
• Financial skills and business acumen with extensive experience in the preparation of budgets, business plans and funding submissions.
• Bachelor’s degree or Masters in a relevant discipline.
• An entrepreneurial flair with the ability to identify and leverage funding opportunities.
• Evidence of highly developed interpersonal communication, negotiation, and consultative skills. 
• Experience in developing and maintaining strategic partnerships and stakeholder relationships.
• Experience working with a Board of Directors.
• Environmentally conscientious and a commitment to social justice.
• Knowledge of food supply chain methods and/or procurement would be highly advantageous. 
• Experience working with volunteers will be highly regarded. 

We are looking for a strategic and engaging leader with exceptional commercial acumen and excellent communication skills, equipped with strong financial management and strategic business planning capabilities. The successful person will drive the organisation towards a sustainable and bright future.

This is a career-defining opportunity to bring your executive management experience and expertise to a community-focused, highly reputable organisation committed to the well-being of our communities. The salary is up to $140,000 (plus super and salary packaging).

The closing date for applications is 5:00 pm, Monday 25th October 2021.