Job Summary
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- Job posted on: 8th Apr 2024
Right Now Inc. is a not-for-profit, independent media organisation covering human rights issues in Australia to a worldwide audience.
Right Now is seeking a committed, passionate and hardworking Chair to enable the vision of the organisation. The Chair will work closely with other Board members, Secretary and the General Manager and Editor in Chief to advise and support, govern and oversee the strategic direction of Right Now and assist with the leadership and general promotion of the vision and values of the organisation.
Right Now is seeking someone with leadership skills across funding, legal & governance, ideally an understanding of editorial needs and human rights.
Developing aligned and strong partnerships
Developing project based and recurring funding streams
Re-establishing our volunteer base
Brand elevation
Engaging with RN alumni
Right Now Board members must be committed to the following values of the organisation:
Please note that this is a voluntary position.
Essential:
Desirable:
Time Commitment
We are looking for a Chair who will be actively engaged and involved in shaping the strategic direction of Right Now in accordance with our vision, values and objectives. This will require attendance at all board meetings (once every two months) as well as approximately 3-5 hours a week to carry out the necessary tasks.
The Board meetings are held online to accommodate members from around the continent. Annual planning days and Annual General Meetings are in-person in Melbourne, but accommodations can be made if the board member is based outside of Melbourne.
If you’re passionate about our vision and are interested in being involved in this exciting transformation phase of Right Now, we’d love to hear from you!
If you have any queries, please contact our Secretary, via [email protected], using the subject line: Board Chair (Voluntary) enquiry via EthicalJobs.
As part of the rebuilding and re-designing phase, we are seeking values-aligned, skilled, committed and well organised all-rounders to join our Board on a volunteer basis for a minimum of 1 year to to support the funding and branding elements of the Board. We are looking for Board members with the passion, energy and commitment to transform Right Now and build on its legacy which spans nearly 18 years.