The role – Chairperson of the Board

As Chairperson, you will:

• Provide leadership of the Board, working closely with the Executive Officer and the stakeholders to shape and advance strategic goals
• Chair Board meetings, set agendas, drive effective governance and foster a high-performing Board culture
• Ensure the organisation stays true to its mission, has robust governance frameworks, and meets regulatory, financial and legal requirements
• Act as ambassador: represent the organisation in the community, with stakeholders, donors and partners
• Maintain and strengthen relationships with RDA Australia and other regional bodies
• Mentor and support fellow Board members, fostering their engagement and commitment
• Lead the Board’s forward-looking agenda: growth, innovation, sustainability and enhanced service delivery

We are looking for someone who:

• Has business or community leadership experience and is confident leading a team of diverse Board members
• Demonstrates strategic thinking, strong governance understanding and a commitment to excellence
• Has professional skills and experience within areas such as strategy, legal, governance, finance, marketing, business, human resources, health and safety, community and stakeholder engagement and risk management, among others.
• Has excellent communication and stakeholder-engagement skills
• Values inclusion, disability leadership and empowering people with disability
• Is available for regular Board meetings and willing to invest time in supporting the role of Chair over a 3-year term (or as determined)
• (Desirable) Has not-for-profit Board experience, or a strong interest in the disability, equestrian or community services sectors
• Experience in a community or organisational leadership position is desirable but not essential
• Experience in the equestrian context is desirable but not essential

What you’ll get:

• A meaningful opportunity to lead an organisation making real impact in Tasmanian communities
• The chance to shape strategic direction, make key decisions and influence positive change
• Connection with a passionate team of volunteers, staff and stakeholders
• The satisfaction of strengthening governance, sustainability and service delivery within a community-focussed organisation

Eligibility for Board membership:

• (Requirement to become a) Financial member of the RDAT.
• Registration to Work with Vulnerable People with NDIS endorsed activity.
• Completion of the on-line/eLearning NDIS Workers Orientation Module.
• Completion of the on-line Sport Integrity Australia (SIA) Safeguarding Children and Young People in Sport Induction training course.
• Completion of SIA on-line National Integrity Framework training course.
• Completion of SIA on-line Safeguarding Recruitment & Screening training course.
• Residing in Tasmania.

How to express interest To express interest, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the Chairperson role to the RDAT Executive Officer by 6th January 2026.

For more information or an informal discussion, contact:

• Claudia Nevah - Executive Officer
• George Grover - Board Member

We strongly encourage applications from people with disability, those with lived experience of disability services, and individuals from diverse backgrounds.