• Voluntary position
• Hours per week: Approximately 1.5 days per month
• Term: 3 years appointment

About Us

At Oxfam Australia, we believe all lives are equal and no-one should live in poverty. We are a member of Oxfam International, a global confederation working with partners and local communities in 87 countries.

Would you like to join this global movement of people working together to eliminate the inequalities that keep people in poverty?

We are currently seeking expressions of interest for a number of new Non-Executive Directors to the Board in 2026/2027.

The Role

The Board of Directors bears ultimate responsibility for Oxfam Australia achieving its purpose. As a member of the Board, you will have an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution in supporting Oxfam Australia's long-term sustainability, impact and governance. The successful candidate will be appointed to a three-year term and is expected to commit approximately 1.5 days per month to the role.

Key Responsibilities

• Set the Oxfam Australia’s (OAU) purpose, beliefs and values
• Review and approve OAU’s strategic plans, operational plans, annual budgets and major initiatives
• Monitor OAU’s performance against strategies, policies and other criteria set by the Board
• Ensure the appropriate management of resources to realise the OAU’s purposes
• Recruit and support the Chief Executive and constructively monitor and assess their performance and that of the Senior Leadership Team
• Monitor the systems of control; including identification, management and mitigation of risks
• Monitor compliance with applicable laws and regulations
• Ensure there are mechanisms for consultation with key stakeholders and continued accountability to them

How to Apply

1. Click "Apply Now" and complete the online application form, then, as two separate documents, upload:
2. A cover letter outlining your experience relevant to the position and in line with key skills, experience and attributes.
3. Your complete and up to date CV.

Skills, Experience and Attributes

• Proven board or governance experience, with strong understanding of directors’ duties and fiduciary responsibilities (AICD or equivalent highly regarded)
• Strategic capability with experience contributing to long‑term organisational strategy and performance oversight
• Experience in risk management and internal control frameworks
• Financial acumen, including oversight of budgets, financial statements and audits (financial qualifications highly valued)
• Senior leadership or business management experience, ideally within the not‑for‑profit or international development sector
• A collaborative, thoughtful leadership style, demonstrating high emotional intelligence, humility and integrity
• Strong alignment with Oxfam Australia's purpose, vision and values

Further details are available in the Candidate Information Pack

Enquiries regarding this opportunity can be directed to Nicole Knight - [email protected] using the subject line: Non-Executive Director (Voluntary) enquiry via EthicalJobs (Applications must only be submitted via the "Apply Now" link)

Our culture is shaped by our values, which reinforce what we care about and how we do things, not just what we do. Our core values of Equality, Empowerment, Solidarity, Inclusiveness, Accountability and Courage drive everything we do at Oxfam.

Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work, including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct. We are committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us. Therefore, our people are required to comply with the One Oxfam Child Safeguarding and Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse policies and sign the Oxfam Australia Child Safeguarding and One Oxfam Employee Codes of Conduct.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We care deeply about creating a safe and inclusive workplace where our people feel valued, respected and empowered. We are committed to providing equal opportunities and encourage applicants with personal experience of the forms of injustice we seek to address to apply for opportunities at Oxfam Australia.

At Oxfam Australia, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable culture where everyone's rights are recognised and respected. Guided by feminist principles and core values, we embrace different perspectives and work to eliminate systemic inequities that perpetuate discrimination. We centre and amplify the voices of people with lived experience and work in solidarity to build a future where no one is left behind.

Working Rights & Pre-Employment Checks

Applicants will be required to show proof of their right to work in Australia the subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, which include Police Checks and Misconduct Disclosure Scheme outcomes, before commencement. Pre-employment checks are not used by Oxfam Australia to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

Oxfam Australia will not recruit international candidates who do not hold visas permitting them to work in Australia. Oxfam Australia does not provide visa sponsorship.

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is reflected in our actions, Oxfam Australia:

• Supports employee-led committees
• Promotes consultative ways of working and decision making
• Maintains a comprehensive enterprise agreement that prioritises employee well-being, as demonstrated through multiple leave types
• Provides ongoing awareness and training on unconscious bias, inclusion, and respectful workplace practices, ensuring alignment with Oxfam’s values
• Ensures a fair and accessible recruitment process

A position description is attached.