Health Voyage is a local for purpose not for profit. As a charity organisation we are strongly guided by our values and work towards a vision of healthier people and stronger communities. Health Voyage is the Lead Agency for the Coffs Harbour Women’s Health Centre; headspace Coffs Harbour; headspace Grafton, and the Mental Health Nursing Services Program for the North Coast. To find out more about Health Voyage visit our website (healthvoyage.org.au)

OUR VISION: Healthier people. Stronger communities. OUR MISSION: To provide equal access to safe, quality health care services and improve the physical, mental, and social wellbeing of vulnerable individuals in our community.

OUR VALUES: Ethical Integrity Respect Diversity Compassion

Health Voyage is a Circle Back Initiative Employer and commits to respond to every applicant.

Health Voyage is seeking a skilled, passionate and committed individual to join our team as a Volunteer Board Director.

About the role: Health Voyage Board Directors work collaboratively with fellow Board Members and Health Voyage Executive Management to ensure Health Voyage fulfills its charitable purpose. They are responsible for the strategic direction of Health Voyage, providing overall governance and overseeing both performance and compliance in accordance with Health Voyage’s purpose and objectives. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Corporate governance • Strategic planning and direction • Executive management • Financial oversight • Risk management and compliance • Continuous improvement

Expectations: • a time commitment of approx 10 hours per month, including preparation for board meetings, attendance in person at board meetings held in Coffs Harbour, committee work, and special events. • To undertake a Director term of ideally three years, however Directors are encouraged to commit to the Board for a minimum of two years (there is a maximum of three consecutive terms) • Participate in orientation and ongoing training as required.

Benefits: • Make a significant impact on the community by improving local services to women, girls, gender diverse and young people. • Build relationships with other professionals and community leaders and enjoy networking opportunities • Develop your skills and gain experience in nonprofit governance and leadership • Collaborate with like-minded people who share Health Voyage’s values and vision

A full Position Description is available on our website (healthvoyage.org.au)

About you: Our new Board Director will be seeking to gain experience in nonprofit governance and leadership. They will have great communication skills and a genuine interest in and knowledge of nonprofit governance and regulatory requirements. We are seeking supportive and respectful individuals who have knowledge and experience of:

• women’s health and service delivery within a feminist framework and commitment to the advancement of women’s health, education and status, and • Knowledge and experience of young people and the delivery of services within the headspace framework.

Previous experience in nonprofit management will be highly regarded, along with a willingness to commit time and resources to the organisation, including attending regular board meetings.

Health Voyage is committed to a workplace culture that builds respect, fosters inclusiveness, promotes diversity and embraces the unique skills and qualities of all our workforce and members. Candidates who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse, LGBTIQA+, or have a lived experience of mental health are encouraged to apply for Health Voyage positions.

If this sounds like your ideal opportunity to contribute to your local community in a meaningful way, please visit the "Join Our Team" page on our website to download a full Position Description (healthvoyage.org.au) and call Taz or Glen for more information on (02) 6699 3353.