• Location: Cairns, Townsville or Queensland-based (remote participation available)
• Position Type: Volunteer Board Position
• Organisation: Rights In Action Inc.

Help Shape the Future of Independent Advocacy in North Queensland

Rights In Action (RIA) is an independent advocacy organisation committed to promoting, protecting and advancing the rights of people with disability. We work alongside individuals to ensure their voices are heard, their rights are upheld, and they are empowered to make informed decisions about their lives.

As we enter an exciting period of organisational renewal and growth, we are seeking passionate, skilled and values-driven individuals to join our Board of Management.

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to a respected community organisation while helping strengthen governance, leadership and strategic direction.

About the Role

Board Members provide strategic oversight and governance to ensure Rights In Action continues to deliver high-quality advocacy services and remains financially sustainable, compliant and aligned with its mission and values.

Board Members are expected to:

• Attend Board meetings (generally monthly or bi-monthly).
• Participate in strategic planning and governance discussions.
• Contribute professional skills and experience.
• Support organisational accountability and good governance practices.
• Act in the best interests of Rights In Action and the people we support.
• Attend and participate in General Meetings where possible.

Prior Board experience is welcomed but not essential.

We Are Seeking People With Experience In:

We welcome applications from individuals with skills or experience in:

• Governance and Board leadership
• Community services
• Disability advocacy
• Human resources
• Finance and accounting
• Legal services
• Risk management
• Strategic planning
• Business management
• Government relations
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community engagement
• Health and social services
• Marketing and communications

We strongly encourage applications from people with lived experience of disability, family members, carers and individuals from diverse community backgrounds.

What We Are Looking For

Successful applicants will:

• Share a commitment to human rights and social justice.
• Demonstrate integrity, accountability and professionalism.
• Be willing to contribute positively in a collaborative environment.
• Support the principles of inclusion, respect and empowerment.
• Have the capacity to think strategically and contribute to organisational decision-making.

Why Join Rights In Action?

As a Board Member you will:

• Contribute to positive social change in North Queensland.
• Support the rights and inclusion of people with disability.
• Gain valuable governance and leadership experience.
• Help shape the future direction of a growing advocacy organisation.
• Work with a committed team of Board Members and professional staff.

Commitment

• Volunteer position.
• Meetings may be attended in person or via videoconference.
• Reasonable travel expenses may be reimbursed where applicable.
• Training and induction will be provided.

next steps

To submit your application, please click ‘Apply Now’ by the closing date.

For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Rosaline Miller, RIA Secretary.

Email: [email protected] using the subject line: Rights In Action Board Member (Voluntary) - Cairns / Townsville / Work From Home enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Phone: 0405 614 041