City of Logan Charitable Trust Board Member The City of Logan Charitable Trust is seeking skilled, dedicated, and community-focused individuals to join our team and contribute to our mission of enhancing the lives of those we serve. As a community charity with a broad remit, we are uniquely positioned to respond to emerging needs and challenges, allowing us to adapt our programs to meet the evolving demands of our community. About you Your expression of interest should clearly demonstrate how your skills, qualifications, and experience align with the following criteria: Experience in senior management/executive leadership in business, not-for-profit sector or government, or in similar organisations or industries with similar charitable purposes. Ability to work consultatively within a diverse multidisciplinary group. Completion, current participation in, or commitment to complete a Board Governance training program. Sound understanding of legislation, standards and compliance/reporting requirements and emerging trends in areas related to the Trust. Commercial acumen and good business instinct. An understanding of philanthropic/fundraising drivers and strategies. Ability to coach, mentor, develop, and inspire people and to drive cultural and enable business growth/change. High-level communication skills (written, verbal, interpersonal) and a positive collaborative approach with internal staff, external stakeholders and/or partners to build and maintain collaborative relationships. Demonstrated ability to analyse and review financial and corporate performance data and identify opportunities for improvement. High levels of professionalism and personal integrity, self-motivation, drive, and initiative. Completion of suitable professional education/qualifications in a relevant discipline which enhances abilities and skills to undertake the role. An appreciation of the significance of local government audit practices. A track record of innovation success. Skills and/or experience in Community Grants processes. The ability to act as a spokesperson on behalf of the Charitable Trust as needed. Meets the requirements to be a "responsible person" for the purposes of s12 of the PAF Guidelines (this generally includes school principals, judges, religious practitioners, solicitors, doctors and other professional persons, members of parliament, an individual before whom a statutory declaration may be made). If you would like more information about the role, please contact John Gilmour at ****** To express your interest in this role, please forward an expression of interest outlining your relevant skills and experience in support of your application by the closing date of 5pm AEST Monday, 11 November 2024. Expressions of interest must include the following: A cover letter explaining why you are interested in joining our Board (no more than 2 pages). Resume. 2 professional referees with their contact details. Meetings Attend at least 80% of all scheduled board meetings in a year and may be required to serve on a Board subcommittee or work group (if necessary). In addition, it may be necessary to take part in monthly conference calls for management operations, financial activities and general governance matters. NOTE: Directors are appointed based on skills and experience and the needs of the Board from time to time and the Trust utilises merit-based selection in final appointments. Applications are welcome from people with diverse backgrounds, cultures, gender and abilities, including First Nations Australians. #J-18808-Ljbffr