Fitzroy Learning Network is seeking Expressions of Interest for its Board of Management. As we celebrate 40 years, we are looking for people who can contribute to our next exciting phase.

The role

Whether you already have experience on a committee or board of management for a not-for-profit organisation or want to take your first step at Board level, we want to hear from you. We are committed to having the diversity of our community represented at all levels of our organisation, including the Board of Management.

Current Board vacancies mean that we are especially interested in recruiting new Board members who have skills and experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Knowledge of developing and delivering education programs, and an understanding of Registered Training Organisations (RTOs)/TAFE
• Marketing, communication and fundraising skills
• Legal expertise
• Financial management

• An understanding of, and participation in, the life of Fitzroy’s diverse community.

If you do not already have governance experience an induction process will help you to understand the roles, risks and responsibilities of a Board member, including an understanding of the ethical, legal and financial responsibilities.

Your commitment

You will need to be able to make a commitment to devote the necessary time for monthly evening Board meetings, usually on the last Tuesday of each month. You’ll be involved in critically reading board papers to ensure robust governance of the organisation and participating in strategic planning on issues that have a direct impact on the direction of FLN and the services it provides.

You will also need to participate in one of the committees dealing with issues of fundamental importance to FLN:

• Finance, Risk, Accountability and Compliance Committee.
• Fundraising, Engagement and Income Diversification Committee.

The role needs strategic vision, independent judgement, an ability to think both critically and creatively, a willingness to speak your mind, and alignment with our values – community-centred, inclusive, authentic, welcoming and collaborative https://www.fln.org.au/about-fln.

We also welcome the involvement of our Board Members in volunteering for Neighbourhood House activities and events. Participating in events is a wonderful way to get to know and see the organisation in action.

Your total time commitment is likely to be:

• Board meetings – monthly, two hours plus two hours prep on average, in person.
• Sub-committee meetings – monthly, 1 – 1½ hours online plus one hour preparation.
• Annual board planning day

We also welcome the involvement of our Board Members in volunteering for Neighbourhood House activities and events. Participating in events is a wonderful way to get to know, and see, the organisation in action.

If you have questions before sending your EOI, please call 9417 2897 or email [email protected] using the subject line: Board Member enquiry via EthicalJobs and we will connect you with a board member.

A position description is attached.