Tenants Queensland was established in 1986 and seeks to represent the interests of all Queensland residential renters including those in marginal tenures such as caravan parks and boarding houses. Our vision is a society where renting is a secure and respected tenure, one where renters can understand and exercise their rights and understand their responsibilities under tenancy laws. We aim to improve conditions for renters by providing direct services and engaging in systemic advocacy.

Key aspects of the role

• Chair TQ’s scheduled board meetings, one annual general meeting and other meetings, including special meetings, as required
• Assist the Board to ensure its decisions are in the best interests of TQ and its stakeholders and are based on a sound understanding of the organisation’s financial position, strategic performance, operations and affairs generally and its opportunities and challenges
• Facilitate open and constructive communications amongst board members and encourage their contribution to board deliberations
• Communicate the views of the board, in conjunction with the CEO, to the organisation’s stakeholders
• Oversee and facilitate board, committee and board member evaluation reviews and succession planning
• Establish and maintain an effective working relationship with the CEO; and
• Provide support to the Executive Officer and other Board Members.

Key Requirements

• Commitment to social justice and the organisation’s mission
• Ability to work collaboratively and flexibly with all stakeholders and to maintain a sensitive and respectful understanding of different organisational cultures and histories
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills
• Ability to fulfil the Chairperson’s duties by acting ethically
• Focus for a mission-driven environment
• Be a collaborative leader and collegial communicator; manage people and achieve change to realise the strategic vision.