Occupation

121131 Chief Executive or Managing Director

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OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
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Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

121131 Chief Executive or Managing Director

Determines, formulates and reviews the general policy program and the overall direction of an organisation within the framework established by a board of directors or similar governing body.

Alternative title

  • Chief Executive Officer

Specialisations

  • Director-General
  • Executive Director
  • Secretary (Government Department)

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Determines objectives, strategies, policies and programs for organisations
  • Provides overall direction and management to organisations
  • Authorises material, human and financial resources to implement organisational policies and programs
  • Monitors and evaluates performance of the organisation against organisational objectives and strategies
  • Consults with senior staff and reviews recommendations and reports
  • Approves and presents reports, budgets and forecasts to major stakeholders, such as governing bodies and boards of directors
  • Represents the organisation at official events, in negotiations, at conventions, seminars, public hearings and forums
  • Selects or approves the selection of senior staff