BOARD VACANCIES – Chair & Board Members

At a time when WAM is scaling our impact across Victoria, we are looking for people who bring both professional expertise and a deep alignment with our mission: to prevent incarceration and create better futures for women. 

 Joining our Board is an opportunity to: 

• Apply your skills to support strategic growth, good governance, and long-term impact 

• Contribute to social justice and gender equity 

• Be part of a dynamic, mission-driven organisation changing lives 

We are currently seeking expressions of interest from individuals with experience in one or more of the following areas to fill 2 current vacancies, with 2 more positions becoming vacant in 2026 due to term end: 

🔹 Board Chair
We are seeking a senior leader with: 

• Strong governance and strategic leadership experience 

• Ability to guide a collaborative and values-led Board 

• Well-established networks and a commitment to social impact 

🔹 Board Member – Finance/Governance Focus
We welcome candidates with: 

• CPA/CA accreditation or equivalent financial expertise 

• Experience with financial oversight, risk, and audit 

• Previous governance or Company Secretary experience highly regarded 

Other valuable skills include: philanthropy/fundraising, human resources, and legal expertise.
We particularly encourage applications from individuals with lived experience of the justice system or who represent the communities we work with—including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of colour, and people with disability. 

Commitment & Meeting Schedule 

Board meetings are held bimonthly, with sub-committee involvement between meetings. 

All roles are voluntary and supported with onboarding and access to relevant governance support.