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* Locations: Liverpool LGA and Fairfield LGA (South-Western Sydney)
* Remuneration: Unpaid (with reimbursement of expenses)
* Commitment: 6-7 board meetings per year (Wednesday 4:30pm-6 pm) + end of quarter meetings
Bonnie Support Services is a highly regarded not-for-profit organisation that has been assisting women—both with and without children—who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness and domestic or family violence for 50 years. Established in 1975, Bonnie Support Services is based in south-western Sydney and is soon to celebrate its 50th anniversary of providing crisis accommodation, transitional housing & Homelessness Support Services.
The organisation is a company limited by guarantee and a registered charity. It is governed by up to seven Board of Directors elected by its members in accordance with the Constitution. Board meetings take place approximately six to seven times per year plus quarterly financial meetings with the CEO and Head of Finance. These are carried out with a blend of online and some face-to-face attendance.
Board Focus and Commitment
* Upholding professional and ethical governance
* Expanding and enhancing services to better meet the needs of women and children
* Maintaining the organisation’s legacy and strong community reputation
We invite applications from women who have:
* Previous experience on a Board
* An understanding of the challenges faced by women in the housing and homelessness system
* Finance and risk management expertise
We also welcome candidates with knowledge or experience in one or more of the following areas:
* Philanthropy and fundraising
* Human resource management
* Government policy and programmes
Successful applicants must complete conflict of interest declarations and become members of Bonnie Support Services.
Why Join?
If you are passionate about making a tangible difference in the lives of women and children—and you meet the criteria above—this is an outstanding opportunity to help shape the future of Bonnie Support Services.
For more information on this opportunity, please contact Jenny@berecruitment.com.au.
Please note that Bonnie Support Services has been granted an exemption under sections 51 and 25 of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977, enabling the Board to designate and recruit female directors. Consequently, applications are warmly encouraged from female candidates who meet the stated criteria.
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