Freelance Board Chairperson (Voluntary)
Job Description
- Location: Remote, anywhere in Australia, using your own computer, internet connection and workspace
- Time commitment: 10 hours per month minimum
- Reports to: Chairperson of the Board of Directors
AP4CA is committed to building an inclusive and diverse board that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all cultures, ages, genders, sexualities, identities and abilities. If you meet all of the essential attributes listed in the Position Description, please apply! The desirable characteristics are a guide and we’d love the chance to see if you might be a great fit with us. You do not need to be a parent to apply, however, please outline what motivates you to advocate for a safe climate for children’s safe futures.
ABOUT AUSTRALIAN PARENTS FOR CLIMATE ACTION
In our 3.5 years, Australian Parents for Climate Action (AP4CA) has quickly become Australia’s leading organisation to engage, organise and empower parents, carers, families and everyone who cares about kids to advocate for a safe climate for our children’s future. We seek non-partisan responses from government and business to address climate change and its impacts. With over 17,000 supporters and 25 local groups, our supporters are from across the political spectrum, in every Australian electorate, and from diverse socio-economic backgrounds.
APCA’s vision is for our children to live safe, healthy, prosperous lives because Australian governments and businesses have implemented the solutions required to ensure a safe climate. Our mission is to increase the political will for climate action by engaging and empowering millions of parents across Australia to advocate for climate action.
ABOUT OUR BOARD
Our Board provides mission-based leadership and strategic governance to AP4CA, and acts as a trusted partner and advisor to our CEO, who leads day-to-day operations. Our Board is comprised of five Non-Executive Directors including three AP4CA founders, and supported by an experienced Company Secretary and Treasurer. Our Directors have a mix of valuable skills and levels of previous board and executive experience. We pride ourselves on our warm, collaborative culture and passion for our mission.
Our Board, guided by the Chair, is on an exciting trajectory transitioning from an operational founding board to a governance board. We are well on our way, with skilled board members, many established procedures and recently established Board Committees.
ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY
We seek an outstanding new Chair to continue guiding our Board from an operational to governance focus, and who has the capacity and networks to enhance our fundraising success. Our founding Chair is stepping down for personal reasons but will remain an active Director with a strong relationship with the Board and staff. The position requires a minimum commitment of 20 hours per month, which may reduce over time as the board – under the Chair’s leadership – completes its transition from operational to governance.
This is an extraordinary opportunity for an individual who is passionate about the mission and success of AP4CA, who has a track record of board leadership and proven success in business, philanthropy, or the nonprofit sector, and who has the experience and fit to manage and counsel our CEO and nurture positive organisational culture. Their accomplishments will allow them to attract other well-qualified, high-performing board members, donors and stakeholders.
The full position description is available at https://www.ap4ca.org/jobs
By contributing your time and expertise in a leadership role with AP4CA, you can make an impactful contribution to solving the climate challenge, develop valuable skills, experience and connections, and join like-minded people who are committed to securing a safe future for all children.
Service on AP4CA’s Board of Directors is without remuneration, except for administrative support, travel, and accommodation costs in relation to Board Members’ duties.
We are also seeking an additional pro-bono Non-executive Board Director in 2022 and another in 2023 to expand and strengthen our Board – the position description is available at https://www.ap4ca.org/jobs.
How to Apply
Before applying, please refer to the full Position Description at https://www.ap4ca.org/jobs for all details. To apply, please send an email to jobs@ap4ca.org with the subject line: ‘Board Chair Application’. Attach your resume or LinkedIn profile with employment history, and a two-page cover letter outlining your suitability for the position and addressing the selection criteria in the position Description. Please do not send resumes without cover letters. If you would like to discuss if this role is the right fit for you, please email jobs@ap4ca.org with the subject line "Board Chair Inquiry" and provide a short description of your skills and experiences relevant to the selection criteria in the full position description. Applications close at 5pm AEDT, Wednesday 19 October 2022.216 total views, 0 today