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Add expected salary to your profile for insightsWe are greyhound lovers who facilitate the commercial operation of our vibrant sport of greyhound racing. GRNSW is invested at every stage of the greyhound lifecycle from breeding, racing to rehoming. GRNSW is committed to the long-term sustainability of the industry by caring for our People, Pups and Participants. GRNSW is a body corporate constituted by the Greyhound Racing Act 2017, and charged with providing strategic direction and leadership in the commercial management of the industry in NSW. In its role, GRNSW promotes the exciting racing aspect of the industry, as well as the equally important rehoming of our athletes.About the role!We are seeking a passionate and driven Chief Welfare Officer to lead and deliver the operational strategy in line with the GRNSW Strategic Plan. This role will ensure excellence in welfare, education, rehoming, and adoption services while staying responsive to the evolving needs of the industry. The CWO will manage key welfare programs, provide strategic leadership across the organisation, and work collaboratively to ensure the integrity and success of the greyhound racing industry in NSW.About the responsibilities:Lead the execution of welfare, education, and rehoming programs, including racing injury research, data analytics, Participant Support Program, and Greyhound Care Scheme.Oversee injury rebate schemes, Greyhounds As Pets (GAP) Rehoming, and Overseas Rehoming Programs to ensure effective operations and continuous improvement.Work with the CEO and Executive Team to define and execute the strategic direction for greyhound racing in NSW.Engage the Senior Leadership Team in strategic planning and align resources, policies, and budgets with the organisations goals.Manage resources, budgets, and staffing effectively to maximise operational performance and achieve welfare goals.Ensure compliance with welfare standards and regulations, maintaining the highest quality of care and operational integrity.Develop and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance welfare practices and organisational efficiency.Cultivate positive relationships with key stakeholders, including government, animal welfare groups, and industry bodies.Represent GRNSW externally, particularly in the NSW Animal Welfare Committee and other key forums, advocating for greyhound welfare.Promote greyhound rehoming through targeted marketing and awareness campaigns, ensuring positive public engagement.Lead risk management processes, identifying and mitigating risks to greyhound welfare while ensuring safety and sustainability.Ensure adherence to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles in all welfare and operational activities.Regularly review and improve welfare programs to ensure they meet the evolving needs of the industry and stakeholders.Provide leadership and expertise to drive the organisations capacity for long-term, sustainable growth in greyhound welfare.About our Perks!Christmas holiday shutdown period for two weeks.5 for 4 weeks Annual Leave initiative. Take 4 weeks AL within a year, and you receive a 5th AL week to take in the same year.Hybrid working and flexible work hours.$1000 Wellbeing payment provided at $250 per quarter for you to take care of you.Employee Wellbeing Platform ''Sonder'' for you and your family.Bi-yearly company-wide events.Truly a great culture where we all are invested in our People, Pups and Participants!About our Values aligning with yours!Integrity in practice - Demonstrates a consistent and uncompromising commitment to the highest personal, and professional standards.Collaboration in practice - Values the importance to consistently establish and maintain credibility, engagement, and partnerships with a broad range of people.Accountable in practice - Willingness to be held to account for decisions, performance, emotions, and behaviours.Respect in practice - Respectfully acknowledge differences and consistently accommodate various opinions in their decision-making and actions.Excellence in practice - motivated to deliver quality service and critique current practices with a critical lens, to seek innovative improvements with a positive and sustainable impact.About You!Deep understanding of the greyhound industry with a strong commitment to animal welfare and ethics.Proven track record in operational leadership roles, driving continuous improvement in welfare and industry practices.Strong personal integrity and a reputation for ethical decision-making and transparency.Ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.Skilled at navigating complex legal, regulatory, and public relations environments, with experience managing reputational risks.Resilient under pressure, able to handle criticism and crises with composure and professionalism.People-focused leadership style, with experience building and leading high-performing teams in diverse environments.Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to present complex ideas clearly and build strong networks.Demonstrated flexibility, initiative, and a collaborative approach to problem-solving and business operations.Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience in operational leadership, animal welfare, or related fields.How to ApplyIf this sounds like you, we would love to receive your application!Please apply via SEEK or reach out to Anya on 0447 778 417 if you have any questions.How do your skills match this job?How do your skills match this job?Sign in and update your profile to get insights.To help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory. #J-18808-Ljbffr