Board Director

Women's Shelter Armidale Inc; Armidale Regional Council; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A community organization supporting women in Armidale is looking for a Board Director. The role involves overseeing governance, participating in strategic planning, and ensuring compliance. Candidates should have experience in governance, financial management, and strong communication skills, all while committing to empower women and address domestic violence issues.

Qualifications

• Experience in governance and strategic planning is essential.
• Strong financial management and regulatory compliance skills are required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are needed.

Responsibilities

• Attend board meetings and contribute to decision-making.
• Oversee organizational governance and ensure compliance.
• Support fundraising activities to empower women.

Skills

Experience in governance and strategic planning

Financial management

Regulatory compliance skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Commitment to supporting women

Ability to work collaboratively

Job description

Company Description

Since its founding in October 1977 as the second women’s shelter in NSW, the Women’s Shelter Armidale has been dedicated to innovation and community support. The organization empowers women to access safe, stable homes and build independent lives free from abuse. Providing specialist Domestic Violence Support Services, the Women's Shelter Armidale offers high-quality, client-centred support tailored to the unique needs and choices of each client.

Role Description

This is a volunteer role located in Armidale, NSW, for a Board Director at Women's Shelter Armidale Inc. The Board Director will oversee organizational governance, contribute to strategic planning, ensure regulatory compliance, and manage financial performance, participate in fundraising activities.

Responsibilities include attending board meetings, participating in decision-making processes, and supporting the organisation's mission of empowering women and combating domestic violence.

Qualifications

• Experience in governance and strategic planning
• Financial management and regulatory compliance skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Commitment to the mission of supporting women and combating domestic violence
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting
• Prior experience in non-profit or community organizations is a plus