Interim Essendon CEO Ray Gunston has announced that he does not want the position full time.

Gunston advised the board of his decision on Monday.

Ray Gunston. Credit:Arsineh Houspian

He took up the role after Ian Robson left mid-season, and has led the club through the ASADA/AFL investigation and the supplements scandal.

In a statement on the club's website, Essendon chairman Paul Little confirmed that Gunston would be stepping down after he helps the club fill the position of permanent CEO.