• 2-year Term | Volunteer| NFP
• Head office in Melbourne, however, location can be based in any major city.
• Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

About the organisation

Australian Red Cross is a Not-for-Profit organisation whose focus is on bringing people and communities together in times of need and building on community strengths. They do this by mobilising the power of humanity. Australian Red Cross is governed by the Council of the Australian Red Cross Society and the Australian Red Cross Board.

The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement was founded to bring assistance without discrimination to those wounded in war, and to alleviate human suffering wherever it may be found. Red Cross was founded in Australia in 1914, nine days after the outbreak of the First World War. For a century their mission has been to deliver humanitarian services to vulnerable people in need, both here in Australia and further afield, no matter who they are or how big or small the crisis they face. Today one million members, volunteers, donors, staff, blood donors and supporters form the Australian Red Cross family.

About the role

Board Members are responsible for contributing to the appropriate strategic direction for the Society, with the objective of achieving the highest standards of governance and for supporting the Board to meets its responsibilities.

Some key responsibilities include:

• Ensure the financial viability, solvency, and sustainability of the Society.
• Preserve and promote the reputation of the Society.
• Ensure the effective management of risk.
• Ensure an appropriate framework is in place to effect compliance with applicable legislation, regulation, policies, and procedure.

For a full description of the role, please contact Pipeline talent at [email protected]

About you

You will be a recognised and respected leader in the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community and committed to improving outcomes for vulnerable people. You will have experience in Governance and a strong understanding of board responsibilities.

Essential Requirements

• Cultural competency covering an understanding of Indigenous people and their communities.
• Strong understanding, and preferably, experience of the principles of good governance.
• Passion for wanting to inspire, empower and lead people and communities to support vulnerable people.
• Understanding of and commitment to the Fundamental Principles of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.
• Strategic foresight and focus.
• Experience of business transformation and organisational change.
• Critical thinking and constructive questioning skills.

Highly Desirable

• Additional knowledge of policy matters relating to Indigenous peoples and communities.
• Member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (desirable).

What we can offer you

• A chance to widen your skills and experience on a board.
• Be part of one of the largest humanitarian organisations and know that the work contributes to improving outcomes for vulnerable people.

How to apply

Your application should include:

• a pitch [maximum two pages] outlining your suitability for the role, paying attention to the essential requirements.
• an up-to-date CV of no more than five pages which clearly details your skills and experience as relevant to this role.

Late submissions will not be accepted.

How to get more information

Additional information is available by contacting the team at Pipeline Talent.

Tiana Callaughan

Email: [email protected] using the subject line: Board Member - Australian Red Cross - Flexible Location enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Ph: (02) 8001 6603 or 0476 538 307.