Board Member

11 hours ago

Winston Hills, New South Wales, Australia North West Disability Services Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

Position

Board Member (Voluntary)

Location of Meetings

Onsite (Baulkham Hills) or via teams

Time Commitment

·       Attend monthly Board meetings and actively participate in discussions (with prior review of Board papers).

·       Attend the Annual General Meeting, which is held before 30 November each year.

Tenure

3 years

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Join NWDS as a Board Member and help guide inclusive disability services. Contribute your skills to strengthen governance, uphold human rights, and support people to live fulfilling lives.

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Help shape the future of inclusive disability services as a Board Member with NWDS.

·       Join a values-driven organisation committed to empowering people with disability

·       Contribute your skills to strong governance and long-term sustainability

·       Ensure inclusive and accessible decision-making that reflects lived experience

About NWDS

North West Disability Services (NWDS) is dedicated to providing high-quality disability services that empower individuals to live fulfilling lives. Guided by values of inclusivity, respect and person-centred support, we work in partnership with people with disabilities, their families and carers to deliver services tailored to individual needs.

About the Role

As a Board Member, you will play a vital role in shaping the strategic direction and governance of NWDS. Working alongside the Chair, CEO and fellow Board Members, to ensure the organisation operates ethically, sustainably and in line with the human rights model of disability.

You will contribute your expertise and perspective to strengthen governance, oversee financial and risk management, support effective leadership and ensure the voices of people with disability remain central to NWDS's work.

This is a voluntary governance position. Meetings are conducted in an accessible format, with reasonable adjustments available to support participation.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking Board Members who bring:

·       A commitment to inclusion, respect and human rights for people with disability

·       Understanding of governance responsibilities and collaborative decision-making

·       Strategic thinking, financial literacy and/or risk management experience

·       Strong communication and interpersonal skills

·       Experience in the disability, not-for-profit or community services sector (desirable)

·       Governance qualifications such as AICD training (desirable, not essential)

We particularly encourage applications from people with lived experience of disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from diverse cultural and community backgrounds.

Requirements

Board Members must meet the statutory requirements under the Corporations Act, including holding a valid Director ID and National Police Check. Completion of the NDIS Orientation Module – Quality, Safety and You is also required (or willingness to complete).

How to Apply

If you are passionate about strengthening inclusive disability services and contributing to the governance of a values-based organisation, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit an expression of interest with a brief cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and commitment to NWDS's mission to

As part of your application, please include short responses (no more than 500 words each) to the following questions:

1.     Please describe your experience with governance, strategic planning, or board-level decision-making. Include examples of how you have contributed to organisational strategy, oversight or growth.

2.     What skills or perspectives would you bring to the NWDS Board to support inclusive, person-centred disability services? You may wish to highlight professional skills, sector knowledge, or other experience in areas such as ICT/cybersecurity, legal, HR/IR, investment, or entrepreneurial and creative thinking.

3.     How do you approach collaboration and working effectively in a team, particularly in a governance or advisory context? Please provide examples of how you have worked with diverse stakeholders, facilitated innovation, or contributed to problem-solving.

Accessibility requirements will be accommodated throughout the process.

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