Board Member – Expression of Interest

About Aspire
Aspire Learning Resources is a not-for-profit organisation that began in 1991, and now specialises in developing and publishing competency-based training and assessment resources for the vocational education (VET) market. The Aspire Foundation facilitates access to vocational education and training opportunities for disadvantaged people and communities.

Aspire’s Board, currently comprising seven members, provide a broad range of skills ranging from strategic planning, finance, vocational education and publishing. Board members are responsible for setting the strategic direction and strategic plan for the organisation and overseeing the implementation and achievement of the plan.

The organisation is managed by a small, high quality management team with leadership provided by an Executive Director.

We seek expressions of interest from prospective Directors who demonstrate knowledge, skills and experience in one or more areas of Board governance. Specific experience in IT, e-marketing, digital social media and legal will be highly regarded as will an understanding of the vocational education market.

Directors will be elected for an initial three year term and are required to attend five meetings per year (2-3 hours in length) as well as participate in a one day strategic planning session each year.

The position is undertaken on a voluntary basis. Out of pocket expenses and disbursements may be reimbursed. Directors are also encouraged to participate in ongoing professional development with reimbursement of some expenditure made.

To find out more about Aspire Learning Resources, visit our website at www.aspirelr.com.au

An expression of interest and a short CV should be forwarded to:

Name: Boli Meng
Email: bmeng@aspirelr.com.au

For details concerning this role, please contact:

Name: Kim Trotter/Boli Meng
Phone: 9820 1300