Role type
Tenured
Location
Board meetings held seven times/year in Sydney
An opportunity to shape and contribute to the governance of an outstanding educational institution
- Shape the future strategic direction of a leading educational institution
- Apply your strong leadership and governance experience
- Leverage your ability to navigate change in a complex environment
The organisation
Founded in 1863, Newington College (Newington) has grown to become one of Sydney’s oldest and internationally respected schools with a strong academic program, good pastoral care, a wealth of opportunities for the students and vibrant staff, parent and old boy communities.
Newington’s governance is overseen by Council, its governing body, which is responsible for the College’s strategic direction and is dedicated to ensuring diversity of religion, ethnicity, capability and socio-economic means within its community.
Following a strategic review in 2019, Newington is entering a significant period of change and growth. The College has sought to identify key challenges for students in the future and has determined that it must refocus on both the way education is done at Newington and the culture in which the education happens. In consultation with parents, students, alumni and education experts, Newington is currently considering various long term strategic issues including size of school, campus structure and co-education. This is alongside an on-going strategy to maintain its cultural diversity and to enhance socio-economic diversity. Concurrently, the College’s Council is entering a phase of renewal and has one lay position now available for individuals who are committed to shaping the future strategic direction of the College.
The role
Newington College Council is seeking outstanding candidates with excellence in strategic and governance leadership who will offer a “fresh eyes” approach, and will complement and strengthen the Council’s existing skills and knowledge base. Council members will be committed to shaping the future direction of the College, its long-term diversity and inclusiveness as well as its structure, size and make-up. Candidates will be creative, forward thinkers with a keen “outward looking” approach to the education landscape. They will have demonstrated board experience, a commitment to good governance and a genuine interest in positively contributing to Newington College Council.
Experience, knowledge & skills
You will bring a genuine desire to support the vision of the school and will be curious about, and committed to the future of education, work and humanity. In addition, you will be a credible and reputable leader who can bring good governance experience and the ability to support and navigate change in a complex environment (change management) or experience in Financial services or Investment management. You will be strategic, capable, networked and committed.
To apply
People for Purpose are partnering with Newington College to lead the search for this role.
We invite you to read the board pack here and review Newington College’s website here.
Once you have absorbed this information and completed your own research, if you have specific questions, please call us on 0468 625 252 or email [email protected]
To apply, as well as your CV, you must submit a cover letter outlining why you are interested in representing Newington College and how your skills and experience align to this opportunity.