Organisation : Mentoring Men Ltd
Location : Australia
Work type : Full-time, Part-time, Casual/Vacation, Contract/Temporary
Sector : Community Development, Community Engagement, Community Support Services, Health – General, Men, Mental Health, Social Enterprise
Salary type : Volunteer
Application closing date : 30 Sep, 2022
About the organisation
Mentoring Men is a registered Australian charity providing free one-to-one life mentoring for men in the community.
- Mentee: a man who seeks to improve their life with support from a Mentor
- Mentor: a man who volunteers his time to meet, listen and help a mentee in his life journey.
Mentors and Mentees are carefully matched based on numerous factors (age, location, life experiences) relevant to fostering a successful relationship.
About the organisation
Mentoring Men (MM) is committed to its value proposition, where all men in Australia can engage in a high-quality, free life mentoring program that supports them in their life journey. The strategic focus areas include providing a diverse service that shows excellence in delivery to the community and a sustainable income from diverse revenue streams.
Every Mentor is professionally trained in mentoring communication skills, self-care, and suicide awareness. Mentors are further supported through peer support groups and regular check-ins from the MM program support team, including qualified mental health professionals.
Duration of Project
3-year terms – x 2 (possible annual extensions pending review)
Skill area
- Chairperson
- Fundraising
- Legal
- HR expertise/ experience
Sector
Men’s mental health - charity
Location
Australia - head office-based Sydney NSW
Application closing date
30th September 2022
Receive application
recruitment@mentoringmen.org.au
About the role
Due to a successful launch and growth period, Mentoring Men (MM) are searching for several board positions. MM is seeking candidates who are keen to balance their skills, passions, and interests, matching the values of MM
- Desire – to support all men in their life journey
- Inclusion – all men are welcome regardless of background and beliefs
- Integrity – to be authentic and genuine with each man
- Commitment – to help build better relationships and stronger communities
Mentoring Men is keen to hear from people who bring a diverse perspective and can make contributions to:
Chairperson
Experience in leading and managing Board meetings and affairs of the Board. Cooperating with the CEO and representing the public face of MM to its broader stakeholders and the community.
Fundraising
Utilizing connections and expertise in creating opportunities for a sustainable income, including diverse revenue streams
Legal
Give accurate and timely counsel based on excellent knowledge and understanding of law and procedures.
Human Resources
Offering expertise regarding internal people and culture governance frameworks that allow for service delivery that delivers on its promises
A commitment to the future of Mentoring Men and time to contribute actively to the work of the Board are fundamental requirements.
Please note that additional Board skills and interests will be sought and considered part of the EOI process. Mentoring Men encourages applications from First Nations people, people with disability, and from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
How to apply
Applications not allowed for this job listing.
Please quote in application: Board Directors/ Chairperson Mentoring Men (MM) Board via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Community_Development, #Community_Engagement, #Community_Support_Services, #Health_–_General, #Men, #Mental_Health, #Social_Enterprise
