Organisation : Playgroup SA
Location : Adelaide (Goulburn)
Work type : Contract/Temporary
Profession : Board & Committee Members, Legal
Sector : Children, Community Engagement, Families
Salary type : Volunteer
Application closing date : 21 Nov, 2025
About the organisation
Playgroup SA is a progressive and high-performing not-for-profit organisation dedicated to helping all South Australian families discover the benefits of play for children’s development. Supported by government, philanthropic grants, membership, and fundraising, we proudly connect more than 2,000 families across 190 playgroups statewide – from metro hubs to rural and regional communities.
We provide expert support through training, development programs, additional needs services, play resources, and workshops. For more than 50 years we’ve nurtured children, supported families, and strengthened communities – balancing our grassroots heritage with a modern, strategic identity.
Our impact and professionalism have been recognised through external accreditation with the Australian Service Excellence Standards (ASES), highlighting our culture as “organised, positive, and service-oriented”.
About the role
We are seeking a Non-Executive Director to join our energetic and forward-thinking Board. This is a unique opportunity to contribute your expertise and vision to an organisation that is entering an exciting new phase of growth and influence.
As part of our succession planning and board regeneration, we are also inviting expressions of interest for the role of Chairperson, commencing in 2026.
We are particularly seeking candidates with expertise in Legal – governance, risk, compliance, and / or not-for-profit law.
Who We’re Looking For
You are a values-driven leader with the ability to think and influence strategically, and a commitment to collaborative governance. You will demonstrate a passion for the role playgroups have in children’s development, family wellbeing, and community connection.
Essential qualities include:
- Proven governance or senior leadership experience
- Capacity to contribute to high-quality strategic decision-making
- Commitment to Playgroup SA’s mission, vision and values
- Understanding of the not-for-profit/community services landscape
- AICD qualification (desirable)
We are particularly committed to ensuring the right balance of skills, experience, and diversity to lead the organisation into its next chapter.
Our Commitment to Diversity
As an equal opportunity organisation, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We encourage First Nations peoples, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ individuals, migrants and refugees, and veterans to apply. We are committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and supportive environment where all contributions are valued.
Board Commitment
- Meetings: The Board meets every 2 months and committee meetings are monthly.
- Expenses: Travel and professional development fully covered
- Culture: Progressive, collaborative, and future-focused
How to apply
For a confidential discussion about these roles, please contact Margot Gallagher on 0418 229 789 .
To apply, email your CV and covering letter to margot@hrsuccess.com.au.
Please quote in application: Board member - Playgroup SA via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Children, #Community_Engagement, #Families
