Board Members

2 weeks ago

Sydney, Australia The Burdekin Association Full time

About the role

We are seeking a number of experienced, committed Board Members whose track records demonstrate an ability to help take a growing organisation to its next level.

The new Board members will join an existing Board to support the organisation in realising its vision and mission as it continues to grow and mature.

Evolving organically, the organisation has more than doubled in size in the past five years, attained greater maturity and taken positive steps to strengthen its governance.

To ensure the transition to the next level can be achieved seamlessly, Burdekin is now seeking individuals with expert governance skills and demonstrated success in helping guide a growing business to the next level and develop its strategic plan.

Whilst not compulsory, highly valued skills/experience are:

- Knowledge and expertise in the provision of youth services, including Out of Home Care, Child Protection and Youth Housing or have lived experience.
- Strong governance skills including change and risk management gained on Boards or Committees or in senior executive roles, in either non-profit or commercial business.
- Strong financial skills with experience as a CFO or equivalent in a large organization and relevant qualifications

Previous experience in the not-for-profit sector coupled with governance qualifications such the AICD Company Directors course will be highly regarded.

COMMITMENT

Burdekin is seeking a minimum three-year commitment from those with the time, capacity and energy to develop strategy for the next stage of the organisation’s journey.

These voluntary roles require attendance at the bi-monthly board meetings held in Sydney or virtually and one of the two Board Committees that also meets bi-monthly.

Position Description : Burdekin Board Member Role Description 2025

Additional Attachment : Burdekin Director Application Form July 2025

Burdekin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Applications are encouraged from people with culturally & linguistically diverse and Aboriginal & Torres Strait Island indigenous backgrounds.

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Profession: #Social_and_Support_Work
Sector: #Youth_and_Young_People

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