Notice of Appointment

Executive Director

Notice of Appointment

The Board of Directors of the Associated Christian Schools of Australia invite suitably qualified people to apply for the position of Executive Director of the Associated Christian Schools.

The Associated Christian Schools of Australia (ACS) is a friendship of Christian believers committed to the growth of Christian educational communities through the sharing of knowledge, serving our membership body according to need and extending support to schools outside of our own members.

The successful candidate will demonstrate

  • Experienced strong strategic leadership and communication skills
  • Ability to network and build relationships with ACS Principals, Board Chairs, other sectors such as Independent Schools Queensland, denominational associations, and ACS International networks
  • Experience/Skills/Understanding of school governance and Education matters
  • Faith alignment is an important attribute to advance ACS’s mission

About the role

  • Advancing the Vision of ACS and its Strategic Intents whilst sustaining the values and culture of the organisati
  • Oversight of ACS events and other communication strategies.
  • Developing and maintaining effective communications and relationships with the ACS membership and community, both internal and external, including representation and promotion of activiti
  • Active participation in relevant professional bodies at both state and national level where relevant, to promote the interests of the organisati
  • In conjunction with the ACS Finance Committee, managing the ACS Budget and other financial matters of the organisati
  • Researching, planning and leading ACS Study Tours (held every two years or as determined).
  • Supporting schools undertaking their Non-State Schools Accreditation Board Compliance Reviews and acting as Validator where requested; maintaining communication with the Office of Non-State Schools in relation to this role.
  • Maintaining regular communication with the Principals and Board Chairs of ACS member schools.
  • Undertaking requests from member schools, such as School Reviews, Compliance Reviews, Principal/Executive Leadership recruitment etc.

How to apply

To express your interest or for more information, please email employment@northside.qld.edu.au with your resume and cover letter addressing the key criteria found in the brochure. Applications will be assessed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Applications for all positions must include:

  1. Curriculum Vitae or Résumé
  2. Please provide a one to two page application letter explaining why you are a strong match for the role, addressing the key criteria.
  3. Certified copies of Professional Qualifications

Download the Appointment Brochure

Download Appointment Brochure

Dr Lynne Doneley Resignation Announcement

Lynne has announced that she will be retiring from her position as ACS Executive Director. This means that ACS will be looking to appoint our next Executive Director to begin in January 2023.