About Us

South West Sydney Women’s Centre (SWSWC) is a dedicated and impactful organisation committed to creating a safe space for women to learn new skills, develop self-confidence and gain access to important information and support.

Today, we support women of all ages and backgrounds to gain skills and strengthen their resilience to thrive through empowerment, connection, and support. We are a not-for-profit organisation, funded by the Department of Communities and Justice, corporate sponsorship and donations.

As we continue to grow and expand our reach, we are seeking passionate and skilled individuals to join our board as Volunteer Board Member. The purpose of the board is to provide strong governance for SWSWC and setting the strategic direction, providing financial oversight and risk management and supporting the delivery of outcomes focused programs and services to women in the South West district.

Role Overview

As a Volunteer Board Member, you will play a crucial role in the strategic direction and efficient operation of our organisation. Your expertise in not-for-profit operations and grant identification will be instrumental in securing the necessary resources to support our programs and initiatives. You will also provide insights and guidance on best practices for SWSWC.

You will utilise your experience to identify potential grants and funding opportunities and collaborate with the board to prepare compelling grant applications that align with our mission and goals.

Why SWSWC?

• Opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause and make a difference in the community
• Networking opportunities within the not-for-profit sector
• Professional development and hands-on experience to the strategic governance of our organisation

If you are passionate about making a positive impact and have the skills and experience in any of these areas, please send us an expression of interest that briefly describes yourself, your background and the value you would add to our management committee (no more than one page).

Our board is actively engaged and share valuable input and insight on strategic decisions regularly so you would need to be willing to commit to:

• About 2 hours per week to provide work support for SWSWC
• Attend monthly board meetings and
• Attend quarterly strategic workshops

EOI should be addressed to the Chair and sent to board@swswc.org.au.

Join us and be a driving force behind positive change. Together, we can create a brighter future for those we serve.

SWSWC is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.