- Lead a world-renowned organisation
- Deliver a once-in-a-generation growth and development agenda
- Shape the future of conservation, tourism and education for Victoria and beyond
About the organisation
Zoos Victoria is a world-leading conservation organisation and Victorian Government statutory authority operating Melbourne Zoo, Werribee Open Range Zoo, Healesville Sanctuary and Kyabram Fauna Park. Welcoming more than three million visitors annually, a paid membership base of over 390,000 and caring for over 5,500 animals, the organisation combines a powerful conservation mission with significant commercial scale and community impact. With ambitious plans for growth and a commitment to creating a future rich in wildlife, Zoos Victoria is enhancing its conservation outcomes, visitor experiences and long-term sustainability.
About the role
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will lead a highly regarded organisation at a pivotal moment in its evolution. Responsible for a workforce of approximately 1,000 staff and 800 volunteers across four sites, the CEO will build on recent organisational transformation while delivering an ambitious growth agenda that strengthens conservation impact, visitor engagement and financial sustainability. The CEO will lead major capital development projects, expand revenue and philanthropic support, and foster strong partnerships across government, research, business and the community. As the public face of Zoos Victoria, the CEO will champion the organisation's mission and help shape its future influence and reputation in Australia and internationally.
About you
You are an accomplished CEO or senior executive with experience leading a complex organisation of significant scale. You bring proven strategic leadership, commercial performance and organisational change capabilities, together with the ability to build trusted relationships across government, philanthropy, business and the broader community. With an inclusive and empowering leadership style, you have sound judgement and an ability to translate vision into results. Above all, you have a genuine commitment to impactful public purpose and inspired by the opportunity to lead an organisation making a lasting contribution to wildlife conservation for future generations.
How to apply
Zoos Victoria are partnering with SHK Asia Pacific on the CEO search. For the Candidate Brief and to apply, go to www.shk.com.au/jobs and scroll to the opportunity. Reach out to: [email protected], + 61 434 589 284 or [email protected], +61 402 740 665 for a confidential conversation after reviewing the information.