ABOUT ONE GirL

Did you know that there are over 130 million girls around the world being denied their right to an education? This is not OK. One Girl believes that education is a right, not a privilege. And we're on a mission to break down the barriers so young women and girls can access quality education, in and out of the classroom.

We do this by running girl-led programs in Sierra Leone to drive positive change for girls and their communities.

Because when you educate a girl, everything changes.

About the board

The board bears ultimate responsibility for achieving One Girl’s goals and mission.

The One Girl Board provides leadership and strategic governance, reviews and approves the organisation’s strategic plans, annual budgets, and major initiatives, while monitoring the organisation’s performance and supporting the One Girl team.

The Board is currently made up of five Directors, based in Melbourne and Sydney who volunteer their time and expertise to further One Girl’s mission.

DESIRED ATTRIBUTES

One Girl is looking for potential Board members with the following skills, capabilities and experiences that have the capacity to provide routine, hands-on support and advise:

• Governance experience with for purpose / community organisations
  as a Board or Committee member
• Experience living or working in Africa with an understanding of the
  Sierra Leone local context
• Connection with Sierra Leone diaspora / local communities in
  Australia
• Operational experience running small organisations within the
  Australian regulatory environment
• Also technical skills in HR, MEL, Gender, Finance and International Development

ABOUT YOU

Here at One Girl we believe education changes everything! We’re looking for Board Members who align with our organisational values:

You’re Passionate

Social issues such as gender inequality fire you up. You bring enthusiasm, intellect and heart to all that you do.

You’re ready to challenge the status quo

You’re a critical and creative thinker. You believe in the power of doing things differently.

You’re transparent

As a fantastic communicator you’re brave, honest and authentic in your work.

You’re up for working somewhere that’s transformative

This is not a tick-box exercise for you. You’re ready to roll up your sleeves and change the world, one girl at a time.

COMMITMENT

• Board meetings - four to six meetings a year, 10 to 15 hours
• Prep for board meetings – up to 10 hours
• Advocacy and networking for the organisation including social media and networks – up to 10 hours
• Area of focus for hands on support Portfolio/ Working group - 1 day per month

How to apply

Sound like the perfect role for you? Click "Apply now" to submit your application.

We look forward to hearing from you!

If you have any queries please feel free to ring Scott on 0408 344 750.

A position description is attached.