Overview

What’s involved

The CEO of an organisation that represents recreational fishers has four main aims, advocacy and support for recreational fishing, growing organisational memberships, accessing funding and grants and communicating with members via meetings and newsletters.
 

How do they spend their day?

The CEO of a membership organisation spends their day in an office or out in the field completing tasks such as:

• Strategic Planning
• Chairing and hosting meetings and events
• Gathering information and writing newsletters
• Managing fees and grants

Occupation Insights

Average salary
$100,000 - $120,000 per year
Skills you will use
Strategic planning
Budgeting
Relationship management
Using technology and digital platforms
Networking
Leadership

Diploma of Leadership and Management

Working with membership associations and recreational fishing 
 

  • Grants and Funding Management
  • Recreational Fishing Policy Advocacy
  • Brand Recognition and Promotion

  • Leadership
  • Responsible
  • Organised
  • Enjoys outdoor recreation