Job Advertisement and Position Description
Volunteer Position
Board Director - Youth Coalition of the ACT
Do you have experience in Finance, Law, or Risk Management and are looking to join a not-for-profit board? Do you thrive on strategic leadership and making a meaningful impact to support and improve outcomes for young people and those who support them? If so, then this is the opportunity for you.
Position
The Board is seeking applications for volunteer Board Director positions, to be appointed as an independent board member under the provision for recruitment of a skills-based board member. These current roles require specific expertise in finance, risk management or law.
All Board members assist in overseeing the organisation’s strategic direction and governance as well as provide support and guidance to the Chief Executive Officer and a high-performing team to execute their duties. Board meetings are held online and in person a total of 10 months a year. The average time commitments for Board Directors is approximately six to eight hours a month, depending on workload and Board position. Each Board Director is required to engage in at least one subcommittee.
How to Apply
To apply for the role, please submit a copy of your resume and a short cover letter detailing your response to the selection criteria above. Responses are to be emailed to Cindy Young and Beth Allibone at board@youthcoalition.net
