Chief Executive Officer – National Trust of South Australia

Reimagine a Legacy. Lead a Transformation.

The National Trust of South Australia (NTSA) invites a bold and creative leader to step into the role of Chief Executive Officer during a pivotal time in our history. This is a unique opportunity to reimagine what’s possible, put your mark on our new Strategic Plan, and lead execution with ambition and innovation.

You’ll be charged with guiding a much-loved institution into a new era of relevance, financial sustainability, and community impact while honouring our heritage roots.

About Us: Our mission is to champion the preservation of South Australia’s natural, built and cultural heritage for current and future generations. NTSA is an independent not-for-profit membership organisation founded in 1955. With 46 Branches across the state, NTSA protects and celebrates South Australia’s heritage, building a diverse and connected community for heritage preservation.

We manage over 130 heritage places and work with an extraordinary volunteer network. Our new Strategic Plan provides a bold roadmap for transformation and growth.

What We’re Looking For: We are seeking a visionary, entrepreneurial CEO—someone who thrives in transformation environments, enjoys reimagining legacy organisations, and has the grit to drive real outcomes.

This role will suit a leader with experience in scale-up settings who possesses the drive to rebuild an organisation. You’ll also bring high-level stakeholder engagement, business acumen, and governance expertise.

You will:

● Drive the execution of a five year Strategic Plan and one year Action Plans

● Lead financial reinvention and business model transformation

● Build collaborative partnerships with Branches, government, donors and corporate stakeholders

● Inspire a culture of purpose, performance and innovation

Key Details:

● Salary package: $180,000 + Super

● Full-time preferred | Flexibility to 4 days/week for the right candidate

● Based in Ayers House, Adelaide, with regional engagement required

● Some evening and weekend events involved

How to Apply: Send your CV and a cover letter detailing your alignment with the role and strategy to [email protected]

You will be required to have a current Working With Children Check and Police Check upon commencement of employment.

For confidential enquiries, contact Millie Nichols, President of the NTSA Council on 0409 206 105

Applications close: 31 July 2025