About Independent Directors

Independent Directors serve a critical role on the board by bringing diverse and external perspectives which improve our strategic decision making. They also contribute under-represented skills to the board that help fulfil its function.

The Board of Directors is responsible for the strategic direction of UN Youth Australia, its corporate governance, and oversight of the National Executive, particularly in the areas of finance, risk and welfare. The Board consists of:

• 6 x Divisional Representative Directors;
• 4 x Independent Directors.

There are three Independent Director positions open at the upcoming December Annual General Meeting of UN Youth Australia. Independent Directors may serve as the Chair of a board committee but are ineligible to run for Chair of the board.

Please Note: This is a role undertaken on a voluntary basis. Although approved expenses incurred in the fulfilment of responsibilities will be reimbursed, positions will not be financially compensated for any hours spent volunteering for the organisation.

Eligibility Criteria

• be between the ages of 18 and 25 (inclusive) as of 8 December 2024
• eligible to be a company director under Australian law
• fulfil the criteria for independence under UN Youth Australia's National Bylaws (see below)
• hold, or be eligible to hold, Associate Membership a UN Youth Australia Division
• hold, or be eligible to hold, a Working with Children Check (WWCC) or state or territory equivalent.

Term

Successful applicants will hold their position from December 2024 to December 2026.

Precise dates are based on the dates of UN Youth Australia’s 2024 and 2026 AGMs, which are yet to be determined.

How to apply

Your application will require you to include:

• Your name, age and division (state/territory)
• Your best phone number and email address
• Your WWCC number or local equivalent (if you have one)
• A resume of relevant experience, not to exceed one A4 page
• Responses to the application questions

Applicants found suitable will be invited to complete an interview via teleconference. Final assessments will be made based on both written applications as well as interview performance.

Three Independent Directors will be nominated by the Board of Directors for election by UN Youth Australia’s Voting Members at the upcoming December Annual General Meeting.

An Independent Director Selection Panel will manage the applicant selection process, and recommend candidates to the Board for nomination.

Please note that submitting an expression of interest on SEEK is not the full process. Upon registering your interest, you will be provided a detailed position description and will be requested to complete an application form.

Applications Close

11:59 pm AWST on Sunday 27 October 2024