Non-Executive Director – Volunteer Role

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We are seeking Directors who are passionate about breaking the cycle of intergenerational disadvantage that care leavers experience and finding innovative solutions for providing funding, tools, and other unfunded support to care leavers, helping them transition to young adulthood and independence.
About the CASPA Foundation
CASPA Foundation seeks to ensure young people who have been within the care system will not be left behind by their peers, by providing funding, tools and other unfunded supports on their continued journey to young adulthood and independence.
Care leavers are at higher risk of living in poverty, experiencing homelessness and interaction with the justice system. As young people age out of care and no longer have access to support, they are more likely than their peers to:
experience Homelessness
need income support and parenting payments
interact with law enforcement and the justice system
need access to treatment for substance abuse
have their parental responsibility removed
Through providing education, accommodation and advocacy support to care-leavers, CASPA Foundation can help them achieve their goals to lift themselves out of poverty and thrive as vital members of our communities.
Expected Knowledge and Skills
The CASPA Foundation are particularly interested in candidates with networks related to:
Philanthropic investment
Impact investing
Notable sponsorship relationships
Additionally, candidates with the following experience will be highly regarded.
Business Acumen
Strategic management
AICD accreditation
Critical Director Responsibilities
As a Board Director, you will be required to attend Board meetings online via teams or in person. Your involvement will be crucial in guiding our initiatives and ensuring that we provide the best possible support to young people exiting care. Board meetings are currently scheduled for the 3rd Tuesday of each month.
It is the duty of all Board directors to:
act with care and diligence;
act in good faith;
not to improperly use information;
not to improperly use their position;
to declare a conflict of interest;
to prevent insolvent trading of the Company;
be a positive role model for the CASPA Foundation
It is also expected that all Board directors will:
Uphold the values and mission of the CASPA Foundation.
Provide oversight across strategy, risk, compliance, and financial stewardship.
Support the building of strategic relationships with partners, investors, and clients.
Ensure accountability to stakeholders and alignment with our constitution and regulatory requirements.
Actively participate in Board meetings, relevant subcommittees, and strategic workshops.
Maintain and model ethical leadership and adherence to the Board's Code of Conduct.
Location
We are looking for Directors based anywhere in Australia but preferably in the Northern Territory, North Queensland and Northern NSW areas. There is no travel required for this role.
Who We're Looking For
We are seeking Directors who are passionate about breaking the cycle of intergenerational disadvantage that care leavers experience and finding innovative solutions for providing funding, tools, and other unfunded support to care leavers, helping them transition to young adulthood and independence.
If you are looking to join a committed team making a powerful difference in the lives of children and young people, we would love to hear from you.
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