Organisation
The Y NSW (YMCA NSW)
Closing Date
Friday, 13 September 2024
Role type
Honorary
Location
Eastern Seaboard, Australia
Join the Board of one of the oldest and largest youth organisations in the world
- Join the Board of a well-established & prominent youth organisation
- Use your leadership experience & commitment to quality governance
- Leverage your strategic & innovative thinking to make a difference
The organisation
The YMCA of New South Wales (The Y NSW) is a vibrant organisation within the world’s oldest and largest youth movement, operating across 120 countries. With a history of 175 years and a global reach of over 58 million members, The Y NSW is committed to strengthening communities. Recognised for its leadership in safeguarding, the organisation prioritises the safety and empowerment of children and young people.
The Y NSW believes in the power of inspired young people and its Vision is a community where every person thrives in body, mind, and spirit.
As a part of a broader movement active across every state and territory in Australia, The Y NSW serves over 40 communities, offering diverse programs such as gymnastics, aquatics, camping, and youth initiatives. With a focus on inclusion and empowerment, their evidence-based Youth and Community programs, including Street gym and Youth Parliament, support mental and physical well-being, foster a sense of belonging and amplify the voices of young people. Employing close to 1,500 people, The Y NSW is a beacon of inspiration and community impact.
The Y NSW is at an exciting time in its evolution. The organisation has a dedicated Board and a new CEO who joined the organisation in June with a mandate for transformation.
The opportunity
The Y NSW Board are currently looking to complement their Board with three new Non-Executive Directors.
In particular, they are looking for experienced board directors who bring:
- Senior level experience and networks within government (with education or youth portfolio experience an advantage), OR
- Executive level experience in infrastructure or property development.
Previous experience as a board director and a demonstrated commitment to excellence in governance is essential; as are excellent communication and relationship skills and a strategic approach. Board directors who are independent thinkers, who are genuinely committed to The Y NSW’s values and work, and who have the time capacity to contribute to the role are invited to express interest.
The Y NSW fosters and encourages diversity. First Nations and individuals from the LGBTQI or Disability communities with relevant skills and experience are particularly encouraged to apply.
This is a voluntary, unpaid role however Directors are reimbursed for any reasonable out of pocket expenses.
To submit an expression of interest
People for Purpose is partnering with The Y NSW to lead the search for this role.
- We invite you to read the Board Pack here
- To review The Y NSW’s annual reports and financial statements, please visit their website at https://www.ymcansw.org.au/
- 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]
- Your application will include your CV, as well as a cover letter outlining how your skills and experience align to this opportunity and why you are interested in joining The Y NSW. A considered cover letter will be an important part of your application.
Applications close at 5pm on Friday 13 September 2024
If you are viewing this opportunity via LinkedIn, we invite you to visit the People for Purpose website under Board Search at www.peopleforpurpose.com.au for further information.