ECKA
Enriching children’s lives through learning ECKA believes that the lives of children can be transformed through education. We know that early childhood development drives success in school, health, career, and life. High quality early childhood education can deliver long-term benefits that extend into adulthood.
About Us
Since 2003, ECKA has provided early childhood education in Ballarat and across Central Victoria. Employing over 200 staff, we work with state & local government, other not for profits, to deliver quality and accessible early learning to children and rural and regional communities with a commitment to those who are most vulnerable.
Board Member Role
The ECKA Board is seeking to recruit new Board Members who can bring expertise to the Board as it fulfils its responsibilities in strategic direction-setting, oversight, and governance. Board meetings are held via video conferencing and in person. At ECKA, we believe that diversity in gender, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds, life and professional experience, qualifications, thinking style and the ability to work collaboratively are critical. We welcome expressions of interest from individuals of diverse backgrounds who can bring relevant expertise and personal attributes to help ECKA support the children of our region.
What We Can Offer You
- Develop your strategic and financial acumen through Board Participation
- Help shape the future of early childhood education across Ballarat and central Victoria -Work as part of a dynamic and committed team
- Be supported through quality professional development and mentoring including opportunities to apply for government and AICD scholarships to improve your Board skills
- Remote participation via video conferencing
Further Information
To discuss your interest or obtain an information pack, please contact:
Katherine Cape, Board Chair, on: board@ecka.org.au
We welcome Expressions of Interest until Wednesday 24th April (5pm)