About the business

Fairhaven Services Ltd, founded in 1962, is based at Point Clare on the NSW Central Coast and is a non-profit company limited by guarantee and charitable institution. Fairhaven is a community leader in the provision of services for people living with disability. We offer community participation, day programs, employment opportunities, accommodation and living support, as well as a retail precinct. The people who join our team actively respect the rights of people living with disability and value their contribution to the workplace and the community.

About the role

Fairhaven Services Ltd is seeking expressions of interest from community members with the experience, knowledge, passion and commitment to serve as an independent voluntary Director on its skill-based Board.

Our Board members are valued Business and Community Leaders who provide governance to the organisation, represent Fairhaven Services Ltd to the community, and accept the ultimate legal responsibility for Fairhaven Services Limited and its work.

The position is voluntary and requires a commitment to attend monthly Board meetings. The primary objective of our directors is to provide visionary strategic leadership and exceptional governance that underpins high quality and sustainable services for our clients and their carers.

To gain a greater appreciation of the organisation and our work, please refer to our website www.fairhaven.org.au

Express Interest

If you wish to discuss the opportunity in more detail, contact Sara Fidock, People and Culture Manager at [email protected], using the subject line: Board Director enquiry via EthicalJobs or on 02 4349 5500 or 0477 052 200

This is your chance to have a positive impact and be part of an agile, contemporary community disability service that is making a difference – We welcome your application!

Skills and experience

Expressions are welcome for potential volunteer directors ideally with experience in one or more of the following domains:

• Business and governance,
• Service delivery and operations.
• Human resources/Industrial relations
• Fundraising and marketing
• Clinical support for residential clients
• National Disability Insurance Scheme
• Business Systems implementation

An understanding of the NFP, Aged Care and/or Community sector (ideally);

Ability to work collaboratively with other Directors while maintaining independent thought and preparedness to challenge others’ thinking;

Involvement in Board subcommittee and take responsibility in the areas of expertise when needed.

Contribute in setting and driving the strategic direction of the organisation