Organisation : YWCA Australia
Location : Australia, Melbourne
Time required : 2-5 hours per month
Duration of project : 3 years
Skill area : Advocacy, Board & Committee Members, Community Services, Finance & Accounting
Sector : Community Support Services, Homelessness & Affordable Housing, Women, Youth & Young People
Application closing date : 10 Aug, 2025
About the role
The Board is comprised of 10 Directors, 60% are elected by Members and the balance appointed by the Board. At least 1/3 of the Board must be Young Women. Directors of YWCA Australia are also appointed as Directors of the subsidiaries, YWCA National Housing and YWCA Housing. The Board has adopted a Board Charter which sets out the roles, responsibilities and principles within which it operates. The Charter reflects the requirements of the Australian Charities and Not-for-Profits Commission and can be accessed here.
About the organisation
YWCA Australia is a national not-for-profit organisation that has specialised in supporting women for over 140 years. With over 200 employees across 17 locations, YWCA provides housing, support services and leadership pathways that enable women and gender diverse people and their families to find stability and feel safe and secure, so they can build the future they want. We also operate Song Hotel, a profit-for-purpose business where proceeds are reinvested and contribute to the work of YWCA Australia.
How to apply
Please quote in application: Non-executive Director via Pro Bono Australia.
