Conducting an Executive Search for a Chief Executive Officer to lead a national allied health organisation in the next phase of its development.
The Brief
The organisation is a member network of metropolitan clinics and private practices in regional Victoria, providing care to over 70,000 Victorians each year.
In May of 2021 the Council sought an ambitious and capable leader to pursue the strategic objectives of the College within changing landscapes and environments and lead the organisation in its commitment to achieving world leading health outcomes for all. It was identified it would be important for the incoming CEO to explore the best ways to adapt in the changing education market, identifying potential new opportunities and promote the aspects that are clear strengths for the College.
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The Process
The Future Leadership team undertook a search across Australia and New Zealand, supplemented by an online media campaign. The search targeted suitable high calibre candidates with specific and relevant experience gained in research institutes, the allied health and not for profit sectors, universities and government organisations.
In particular the team assessed candidates with an outstanding reputation and track record in leadership of complex organisations, in addition to expertise in associated research, policy or advocacy. The search process yielded a strong response with the panel interviewing five candidates in the first round, with second round interviews conducted with two preferred candidates.
The Outcome
There was a successful candidate appointed and commenced in November 2021, after spending seven years as Chief Executive Officer of a medical service. With an informed understanding of the context of the organisation, the candidate brings an understanding of the opportunities that exist for a contemporary membership organisation having previously been Manager of a Community Foundation and nine years with an emergency services volunteer organisation in communications roles. The candidate is a strong advocate for the sector and has a strong understanding of the opportunities for education and professional development.
