The organisation
Cool.org (formerly Cool Australia) is a leading not-for-profit EdTech organisation in Australia, which develops innovative online resources designed to empower educators to inspire the next generation. Focused on environmental, social, and economic sustainability, the organisation serves a network of over 201,000 Australian educators, making it one of the largest independent educational platforms in the country. Cool.org collaborates with value-aligned partners to deliver engaging and impactful content into classrooms, fostering curiosity and critical thinking in young minds.
The role
The Board of Cool.org seeks an experienced and strategic Chief Executive leader who can drive growth, scalability and amplify the organisations impact. The new CEO will play a key role in enhancing brand awareness and market presence, leveraging their skill in guiding organisations through growth phases. They will have expertise in revenue diversification, developing sustainable funding streams, operational excellence, enabling technology growth, and building strategic partnerships.
With philanthropic or corporate relationship-building skills, the new CEO will leverage their networks or strategic acumen to foster meaningful partnerships and unlock funding opportunities. These efforts will strengthen Cool.org's ability to expand its reach, amplify its mission, and ensure long-term financial sustainability.
The ideal candidate will have a strong connection to the not-for-profit sector, paired with commercial acumen and a collaborative, hands-on leadership style. Thriving in dynamic environments, they will bring a calm and mature approach that guides a passionate team while fostering a high-performance culture. This leader will be instrumental in steering the organisation toward achieving its vision—empowering educators to inspire the next generation and create meaningful, real-world change.
To apply
People for Purpose is partnering with Cool.org to lead the search for this role.
We invite you to read the position description located on the People for Purpose website under Executive Search at To review their annual reports and financial statements, please visit their website at you have absorbed this information and completed your own research, if you have specific questions, please call us on 0468 625 252 or email
If you have the skills, experience, and passion to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your alignment with this opportunity and why you are interested in joining Cool.org. A considered cover letter is an important part of your application.
Early applications will be reviewed on submission, with applications closing 5pm on Friday, 3 January 2024. Please note that the People for Purpose office will be closed from Monday 23 December 2024 and will reopen on Monday 6 January 2025.
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