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Chief Executive Officer


Company : LiverWELL


Location : Melbourne, Australia


Created : 2025-08-03


Job Type : Full Time


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Join to apply for the Chief Executive Officer role at LiverWELL2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Chief Executive Officer role at LiverWELLGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Direct message the job poster from LiverWELLLead Australia''s Emerging Voice in Liver HealthAre you a visionary healthcare leader ready to drive transformational change? LiverWELL is seeking an exceptional CEO to lead its evolution from a state-based viral hepatitis organisation into Australia''s premier national advocate for comprehensive liver health.About LiverWELLWith a proud heritage commencing as Hepatitis Victoria, LiverWELL is at an exciting inflection point. While maintaining its foundational excellence in viral hepatitis elimination and liver health, it is pioneering leadership in Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Liver Disease (MASLD), which affects 1 in 3 Australians, taking a lead role in convening State and National Governments to ensure a collaborative approach.Learn more: www.LiverWELL.org.auLiverWELLs Impact:$2M annual budget driving evidence-based health promotionStrong partnerships with Victorian Department of Health and national stakeholdersEmerging thought leadership through MASLD Symposium participation and peer-reviewed researchThe OpportunityReporting to an engaged Board, you''ll provide strategic and operational leadership to implement the strategic plan and foster key partnerships while inspiring organisational buy-in. You''ll build a high-performing culture, ensure operational excellence across health programs, and manage the $2M budget while diversifying funding streams for long-term sustainability. As LiverWELL''s public face, you''ll maintain critical government partnerships and champion health equity across all LiverWELLs work. Key responsibilities include:Unite & InspireEnergise and inspire a capable team through recent leadership transitionsBridge internal perspectives between viral hepatitis and MASLD prioritiesFoster collaborative culture aligned with LiverWELLs values: Respect, Inclusion, Collaboration, ImpactStrategically TransformExecute LiverWELLs expansion into MASLD while maintaining our core viral hepatitis and liver health excellenceDiversify funding beyond current 98% government dependenceEstablish clear organisational identity as national liver health leaderBuild & PartnerStrengthen relationships with government, clinical, and community stakeholdersRepresent LiverWELL as the authoritative voice on liver health policyWhat You''ll BringProven executive leadership in health promotion, public health, or NFP sectorsDeep understanding of the Australian healthcare environment and government partnershipsOutstanding stakeholder engagement including government and community agenciesStrategic planning expertise with demonstrated financial stewardshipExceptional interpersonal skills with ability to negotiate, influence, and build consensusStrong knowledge of health equity and preventative health strategiesProven experience working with BoardsHighly Valued:Health qualifications (nursing, medicine, pharmacy) or PhD in health sciencesClinical understanding of liver health, viral hepatitis, or MASLDNational-level health promotion or advocacy experienceDigital health or data-informed intervention experienceStrategic fundraising and donor relations experienceLead transformational change at a pivotal moment in Australian healthcare. As CEO, you''ll drive work that directly improves lives while building something significant in an area of high unmet medical need with strong government support. Join a passionate, capable team in a collaborative culture that offers flexible hybrid working and exceptional opportunities for national and international health promotion leadership.If you''re passionate about health equity, skilled in organisational transformation, and ready to establish LiverWELL as Australia''s definitive voice on liver health, we want to hear from you.LiverWELL is committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, particularly those with lived experience of liver disease or connections to affected communities.Download a comprehensive Information Pack from: a confidential discussion and any questions call Michael Holdway, Managing Director, Searchlight Group on 0400 006 513. e: michael@searchlightgroup.com.auCandidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. 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