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The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) is an iconic and respected brand providing excellence in aeromedical and primary health care across Australia. As one of the largest and most comprehensive aeromedical organisations globally, RFDS work to reduce the disparity in health service access across Australia. The Federation office was established by RFDS state-based entities to enhance and support the role and functions of those entities in Australia and to secure ongoing Commonwealth funding.
A new Chief Executive (CE) is being appointed to lead the RFDS Federation. Reporting to the Federation Board, the CE is responsible for the strategic vision for the betterment and enhancement of the shared mission of the RFDS Federation members. Based in Canberra ACT, the CE will play a critical role in external stakeholder relations, overseeing the Federation’s funding and regulatory relationship with the Commonwealth Government. Other key responsibilities include developing and delivering a public policy voice for better health outcomes for country Australians, leading a geographically dispersed team and collaborating with stakeholders and internal working groups to support and promote shared projects and reforms.
The RFDS operates in an increasingly complex and changing environment, facing intensifying challenges in some service areas. The successful candidate must be a proven Chief Executive with strong commercial and financial acumen, excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills, including the ability to engage, inspire and achieve great outcomes. Your political nous and professional network will be complemented by an ability to influence and advocate among high profile politicians and industry leaders. Previous experience working within a federated structure would be advantageous. This is an incredible opportunity to contribute to Australia’s critically important health and medical service industry.
Confidential enquiries can be made to Phil Morton or Katherine Myers-Scott at Morton Philips on 08 8210 8510 . Applications are welcome directly through Seek.
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