Join the board of a national membership organisation working to improve the lives of people affected by coeliac disease.
- Apply your influence, leadership and extensive board experience
- Ensure excellence in governance for social impact
- Contribute as part of a national organisation working towards change
The organisation
Coeliac Australia (CA) is a membership-based organisation which has been dedicated to enhancing the lives of people affected by coeliac disease and related conditions for over 40 years. CA aims to build and disseminate knowledge, empower and build confident communities and to influence decision makers to achieve continuous improvement in the lives of people affected by coeliac disease.
As the leading national registered charity, CA supports Australians living with coeliac disease and associated conditions requiring a gluten-free diet. They strive to lead the national research agenda in partnership with key researchers and institutions, connecting people with coeliac disease to timely information, education and support. Additionally, they advocate for health initiatives to the international community, federal government, health professionals and the food industry.
CA recently announced an investment of over $600,000 in vital coeliac disease research over the next two years – its largest-ever contribution to research. The funding will support 5 projects by leading Australian researchers working towards breakthroughs in coeliac disease diagnosis, management and care. All these projects have the potential for widespread, life-changing impact.
The role
An exciting voluntary opportunity exists for an experienced professional to join the Coeliac Australia Board as a Director – this role has the strong potential to be elected to the Presidency of CA (in accordance with their constitution). The role will contribute to the organisation’s strong leadership, governance and strategic direction as Coeliac Australia continues to evolve. This opportunity will allow an experienced governance leader to positively impact the lives of people living with Coeliac Disease across Australia.
The board is seeking an experienced not-for-profit director whose skills and expertise are aligned to the following key selection criteria:
• A strong team player with a high level of integrity, influence, and highly refined decision-making skills. The ability to make suggestions and challenge ideas/ suggestions in a consultative and constructive manner is important.
• A community-minded individual with previous experience as a Board Member and highly developed skills in governance, risk management, compliance and strategic planning in the not-for-profit sector.
• A passion for supporting and driving the interests of those affected by coeliac disease, dermatitis herpetiformis and other associated conditions requiring a gluten free diet is highly desirable.
Experience/expertise in the areas of law and/or human resources will be highly regarded.
To apply
People for Purpose is partnering with Coeliac Australia to lead the search for this role.
- We invite you to read the Board Pack and visit the Coeliac Australia website.
- 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 us at [email protected].
- To apply, please submit your CV, as well as a cover letter. A cover letter is an important part of your application – the board would specifically like to hear why Coeliac Australia as an organisation is of interest to you, as well as how your skills and experience align to this opportunity.
Applications close at 5pm on Sunday, 9 March 2025.
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