Board members (Voluntary)
Human Rights Law Centre
The love for governance meets passion for human rights.
Why us?
The Human Rights Law Centre uses strategic legal action, policy solutions and advocacy to support people and communities to eliminate inequality and injustice and build a fairer, more compassionate Australia.
The opportunity:
Opportunity type:
Board and Advisory Roles
Commitment:
Flexible
Experience level:
🚀 Growing (2 - 5 yrs)
Location:
Remuneration:
Voluntary
Closing date:
Why you might love this opp:
Key criteria:
- Commitment to the vision and purpose of the Centre
- Demonstrated governance experience at executive level or previous Board roles, in either a non-profit or corporate context
- Demonstrated strong sense of prudent financial and risk management and familiarity with financial statements. Accounting or relevant financial qualifications are preferred.
- Ability to commit to approximately 5 hours per month, including preparation and participation in Board and Committee meetings
- Demonstrated commitment to the promotion and protection of human rights and social justice and a commitment to anti-racism, demonstrated through lived experience or prior employment.
- Experience or networks with philanthropy or fundraising is desirable
- Lived experience of human rights issues relevant to the work of the Centre and/or experience working directly with communities and clients experiencing human rights violations is desirable
How to apply:
whyApply: The Human Rights Law Centre is a not-for-profit company limited by guarantee and is a registered charity with public benevolent (deductible gift recipient) status and offices in Melbourne and Sydney. It is governed by its Constitution, as well as relevant legislation. We are currently seeking one Board member, as well as interest for future vacancies when they arise. You will join a high performing and committed Board. You'll support our fearless human rights work. Bring your passion, knowledge, values, and governance and financial acumen
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