Volunteer Board Member
YMCA of BrisbaneThe YMCA operates a number of services including Child Care, health and fitness, education and training, outdoor education and camping, accommodation and hospitality along with benevolent activities including the YMCA Vocational School and the Schools' Breakfast program.
The YMCA is one of Australia’s oldest and most respected not-for-profit organisations with a history extending over 175 years.
In everything that we do, the YMCA aims to support young people and build strong communities.
The YMCA of Brisbane is directed by a volunteer Board and supported by an Executive management team. We are seeking applications from highly capable, motivated and values–driven individuals to join our Board of Directors on a voluntary basis.
It’s an exciting opportunity to contribute the YMCA’s governance and assist with our future strategic direction.
We are specifically seeking to recruit new Directors who are well connected with strong professional networks and who bring specialist expertise and experience in the areas of Law, HR, IT, Risk Management or Early Childhood.
The YMCA, including its Board of Directors, is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people in accordance with our Safeguarding Children and Young People Framework. YMCA requires that all applicants undergo satisfactory screening prior to commencement including, but not limited to:
- A national criminal history check
- An international criminal history check (where applicants have worked overseas)
- Holding or obtaining a Working with Children Clearance (Blue Card) in accordance with state laws
- Three reference checks
Any successfully appointed applicant will be required to adhere to the Safeguarding Children and Young People Framework, which includes a thorough safeguarding children and young people induction and committing to upholding the safety and wellbeing of children and young people through their engagement with YMCA.
To apply for this opportunity, email and request an Expression of Interest form.
Please return the completed Expression of Interest form together with your resume and cover letter via mail to:
- The President
- YMCA of Brisbane
- PO Box 669
- SPRING HILL QLD 4004
Alternatively please email your full application to the address provided.
Expressions of Interest close 24 July 2020
The YMCA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding children and young people.