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Chief Executive Officer - Water Polo ACT Inc. role at Association Executive Services

Water Polo ACT (WPACT) is the state and territory association overseeing water polo in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT). WPACT is an affiliated association of Water Polo Australia (WPA) and works in partnership to develop the sport within Canberra and the surrounding region. WPA is the national governing body for water polo in Australia, recognised by the Australian Sports Commission, the Australian Institute of Sport, the Australian Olympic Committee and World Aquatics through Swimming Australia Ltd. WPA is a not-for‑profit sporting organisation and the governing body of water polo in Australia.

Position Purpose

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is the principal executive of WPACT and is responsible for delivering the strategic and operational direction set by the Board. The CEO leads and manages the organisation to ensure its sustainability, relevance and impact across the water polo community in the ACT and surrounding region. The role requires a balance of visionary leadership and hands‑on operational management, with particular focus on organisational development, stakeholder engagement and advocacy, financial performance and participation growth. The position is part‑time with flexible hours to be determined in discussion with the successful candidate.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership and Governance

• Implement WPACT’s Strategic Plan in alignment with the Board’s direction.
• Provide strategic advice and policy recommendations to the Board.
• Support the Board in fulfilling its governance responsibilities, including risk management and compliance.
• Monitor trends and emerging opportunities and position the organisation for growth and sustainability.

Operational Management

Financial and Commercial Oversight

Stakeholder Engagement & Advocacy

Sport Development and Participation Growth

Marketing, Communications and Brand

Workplace Health, Safety and Compliance

Essential – Key Skills, Experience & Attributes

Desirable

Application Process

Click the ‘Apply’ button, review the position description, follow the prompts and submit your application. Applications should consist of a CV / Resume and a maximum 2‑page pitch addressing key responsibilities and skills. Applications are to be sent via email to Alexander Kuzis (ceo@waterpoloact.com). Applications will close at 5 : 00PM Friday 17 October 2025.

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