BOARD MEMBER - THE Y GEELONG
Exciting opportunity for community members to have a voice at the world’s leading youth organization.
Sector: Not for Profit
Role: Board Member
Location: Geelong
Payment: Reimbursement of expenses
Term: 3 years with further two terms of 3 years
Meeting Frequency: Monthly (Online/Face to face at night)
Community Sector: Youth, Sport and Recreation, Children’s Services
Area of Expertise: Commercial or Legal skills, Chairman Skills overseeing Early Education and Care Entity.
Y Geelong are seeking expressions of interest from our community with suitable area of expertise experience or skills that are committed to working with the Y Geelong to deliver our Strategic Direction - Vision 2030.
Candidates needs to be aged 18+
Diversity is welcomed and celebrated at the Y
About the Y
The Y Geelong is a for purpose, not for profit community organisation celebrating 70 years servicing the community across recreation, camping, youth, and children’s services.
About our Board
The Y Geelong Board is representative governors that possess skills and expertise that support the Association to provide governance and strategic leadership to the organisation and invites and encourages a diverse and inclusive perspective from each board member. The board is responsible for:
- Appointing and providing guidance and support to the CEO;
- The development and execution of the Strategic Plan;
- Providing alignment and accountability to the organisation in achieving the strategic objectives and priorities;
- Being brand ambassadors for the Y, promoting the work and impact the organisation has for young people.
About the role
As Board Member, you will:
- Apply your expertise and knowledge to contribute to the Board of Y Geelong governance.
- Attend and actively participate in monthly Board Meetings (Last Monday of every month)
- Attend a reasonable number of occasional staff events and functions
- Work cooperatively and with a sense of humor while being committed to the Y Geelong Vision and Mission
- Value and promote diversity and inclusion for all
- The Board member roles are volunteer position with approximately 2.5 – 3 hours per month
- Board Members will become members of the Association and serve on two Boards; Young Men’s Christian Association of Geelong and Geelong and District YMCA Youth Services
Benefits and perks
- Access to network and develop connections with other Board Members and business leaders
- Expand your current governance and leadership skills
- Opportunity to represent The Y locally, nationally and globally
- Share your skills and expertise to give back to the community and make a meaningful change in people’s lives
How to Apply
- Complete the online expression of interest HERE
- Assessment and shortlisting , interview process can take between 6-12 weeks
Safeguarding Children and Young People Requirements
At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families and in their communities. As such, we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened (including police checks) to make sure that the right people are in the right roles. To learn more about our screening processes, click here to view our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy: Safeguarding Resources : the Y - Empowering young people
The Y Geelong Board and Management are committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people in accordance with our Safeguarding Children and Young People framework. All applicants must undergo satisfactory screening prior to commencement, including but not limited to:
- A national criminal history check;
- An international criminal history check where applicants have worked overseas;
- Holding or obtaining a valid Working with Children Card;
- Three reference checks.
The successfully appointed applicant will be required to adhere to the Safeguarding Children and Young People policies and practices which include; safeguarding children and young people induction, annual SCYP training programs and committing to upholding the safety and wellbeing of children and young people throughout terms of employment.
For more information click HERE
