You won't find many board roles like this one.

The Eastern Star Foundation funds initiatives that help older Australians live with dignity, independence, and choice. They're a small, hands-on philanthropic foundation born from the sale of an aged care facility, shaped by decades of community service, and now entering one of the most significant chapters in their history.

They're looking for one new Non-Executive Director. Someone who wants to do real work, not just attend meetings.

The role

ESF directors don't sit at arm's length. You'll assess grant applications, visit grantees, engage with investment managers, and help carry the Foundation's values forward as they prepare for a generational transition on the Board.

This is a volunteer role. Four or five board meetings a year, plus the AGM and our Annual Grantee Presentation. Mostly weekday daytime, mix of online and in-person. Queensland-based strongly preferred; Northern NSW workable.

What we're looking for

Skills matter particularly investment oversight, financial literacy, and philanthropy or grant-making experience. But this appointment is as much about who you are as what you've done.

We need someone who:

• Has genuine empathy for older Australians — lived or professional
• Can challenge respectfully without damaging relationships
• Respects what's been built here, while helping us think differently about what comes next
• Is comfortable in a room where not everyone has a formal governance background

Board experience is welcome. It's not required.

The timing

We're aiming for an interim appointment by August/September, ahead of member ratification at the November AGM.

To apply

You must submit an Expression of Interest with a brief board CV by clicking 'Apply now'.

Questions? Email [email protected] using the subject line: Non-Executive Director (Voluntary) - Eastern Star Foundation enquiry via EthicalJobs.