Carers NSW is the peak non-government organisation for carers in NSW, part of the National Carer Network and a member of Carers Australia. The organisation has an exclusive focus on supporting and advocating for all carers regardless of their age, location, life-stage or circumstances.

Carers NSW is a not-for-profit registered charity and company limited by guarantee. The organisation is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors in accordance with the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) and the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission Act 2012 (Cth). The Board oversees the activities of Carers NSW and draws on the expertise and insights of Directors to achieve its strategic priorities.

Carers NSW is seeking applications from individuals who have a commitment to excellence and a desire to contribute to effective governance. Successful applicants will bring alignment with the purpose of the organisation and have capacity to devote time and energy to the position of a Board Director.

Board Activities Board activities include strategic planning, Board development and reviewing financial planning and performance. Meetings are held at least six times a year on the last Thursday of every second month and usually last from three to four hours. In addition, Board workshops may be scheduled from time to time as required. There is also the opportunity for Directors to serve on Board committees and working groups.

Directors are appointed as individuals, not as nominees or representatives of organisations or a particular sector. They are not remunerated but their reasonable expenses may be covered.

Eligibility Criteria The Carers NSW Board has determined that applications to fill the Appointed Director vacancies for 2025 must meet: • one or more of the following Eligibility Criteria:

• demonstrated experience in academic policy development and research within the human services and/or not-for-profit sector
• experience in Technology/Technology Consulting at a Senior/Executive level
• a record of participation in the non-government and/or human service sectors at a leadership level or above

• possess one or more of the following general skills, competencies and/or experience:

• lived experience and/or representative of the following demographic groups; carers, live rurally/regionally, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young person (18-25 years), or from a culturally and linguistically diverse background
• leadership, vision and ability to champion Carers NSW’s vision
• an understanding of the principles and practices of effective corporate governance including strategic planning and direction setting
• sound understanding of accounting and finance
• experience in developing strategy and building new revenue sources
• experience in building partnerships, both corporate and government

In addition to these specific Eligibility Criteria, an applicant is eligible for appointment who:

1. is at least 18 years of age
2. is not bankrupt or in financial insolvency
3. is not an employee of or in receipt of fees from Carers NSW
4. has not been convicted of an offence involving fraud or dishonesty as per section 46.1(i) of the Carers NSW Constitution, and
5. is not ineligible to be a Director under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) or the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission Act 2012 (Cth).

Eligible applicants will also be required to undertake a satisfactory National Police Check, Working with Children Check and hold a current Director ID.

Application process

To submit an application, please email the following information to; president@carersnsw.org.au

1. Your contact details (including mobile phone and email)
2. A short biography/curriculum vitae summarising your background, current and past roles/appointments and qualifications relevant to your application
3. An outline of; why you wish to be considered for appointment as a Director of Carers NSW and what you will bring to this role; and a summary of other skills, competencies and/or experience that you have that you see as relevant to the role of Director
4. A completed Carers NSW Eligibility Criteria Template which is available for download. Only applicants that submit a completed Carers NSW Eligibility Criteria Template will be considered
5. The names and contact details (including mobile phone and email) of two referees who can speak to your specific skills and experience and your suitability to be appointed as a Director.

Successful applicants will be provided with an induction to Carers NSW and support and mentoring from other Directors, as required.

Carers NSW recognises the value of diversity in its workplace and acknowledges the contributions that people of diverse backgrounds bring to the organisation.