Organisation : Peel ArtsConnect
Location : Perth (Mandurah, WA)
Time required : approx 4 - 6 hours/month
Duration of project : Ongoing
Skill area : Advocacy, Board & Committee Members, Volunteer Management
Sector : Arts & Culture
Application closing date : 20 Sep, 2025
About the role
The ideal candidate will provide:
Strategic Leadership
- Lead the board in setting and maintaining the strategic direction of Peel ArtsConnect.
- Ensure alignment of programs and initiatives with the organization’s mission to support and promote the arts in the Peel region.
- Facilitate long-term planning and oversee progress toward strategic goals.
Public Representation
- Act as the primary spokesperson and ambassador for Peel ArtsConnect at public events, media engagements, and stakeholder meetings.
- Build and maintain relationships with key partners, including artists, arts organizations, local government, sponsors, and the broader community.
- Advocate for the value of arts and culture in regional development and community wellbeing.
Governance & Board Leadership
- Chair board meetings, ensuring productive discussion, inclusive participation, and effective decision-making.
- Uphold high standards of governance, transparency, and accountability.
- Support board recruitment, orientation, and succession planning to maintain a diverse and skilled leadership team.
- Collaborate with the Secretary and Treasurer to ensure compliance with legal and financial obligations.
Collaboration & Support
- Foster a positive, respectful, and collaborative board culture.
- Encourage innovation while preserving the organization’s founding values and vision.
Advocacy & Community Engagement
- Champion the arts across the Peel region, promoting inclusivity, accessibility, and cultural diversity.
- Engage with artists and community members to understand needs and opportunities.
- Support fundraising efforts and cultivate donor relationships.
Skills & Attributes
- Proven leadership experience, ideally in the arts, nonprofit, or community sectors.
- Strong understanding of governance principles and board dynamics.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strategic thinker with a passion for the arts and community development.
- Ability to inspire, mediate, and build consensus.
About the organisation
Peel ArtsConnect is a dynamic, community-led arts organisation dedicated to sparking cultural connection, inclusion, and artisti collaboration across the Peel region. Founded by a passionate board of creative individuals, we champion grassroots engagement, regional representation and inclusive programming that empowers local artists and enriched the broader community. Our mission is rooted in fostering accessible opportunities where creativity and diversity can thrive - making Peel a vibrant hub for artistic expression and cultural dialogue.
As a newly established organisation, we are entering an exciting phase of growth and development. To support this journey, we are actively seeking experienced and committed individuals to join our volunteer board and help shape our strategic direction, strengthen our governance, and guide us toward long-term impact. We welcome candidates from the arts, nonprofit, community, and business sectors who share our passions for cultural inclusion and community development.
How to apply
Send a short bio and statement of interest including references and your contact details to peelartsconnect@gmail.com by 20 September 2025
Please quote in application: Board Chairperson via Pro Bono Australia.
