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Targeting:

Non Executive Director  

Organisation Type: Not-For-Profit 

Directorship Term: Three Years 

Work Option: Hybrid 

Remuneration: Voluntary – moving to Paid 

Location of Opportunity – Australia 

State the Opportunity is Advertised in: ACT  

• Help govern and support NBCA in its vision of early education and care in our community  

• Strengthen the governance for a well-established and purpose driven organisation 

• Support embedding culture of lifelong learning in our community  

The North Belconnen Community Association Inc (NBCA) is a registered Charity that provides quality early childhood education and care across two centres, located in Flynn (140 places) and Charnwood (80 places). 

The organisation has 90 staff and exists “For Children, together” to deliver lifelong learning with lasting impact for our children and in our community. 2025 marks the beginning of a new strategic plan and the transition in structure from incorporated association to company limited by guarantee.  

NBCA is currently governed by a management committee of seven and seeks up to 5 new non-executive directors to join our committee as it becomes a Board to further strengthen our governance as it rebrands and looks to grow.  

This role is currently voluntary though remuneration is expected to be introduced in 2026.  

As part of this recruitment, NBCA will be launching two sub committees:  

• Finance & Audit Committee (2x members needed) 

• Quality & Risk Committee (1x Chair, 1x member needed) 

NBCA is inviting applications from suitably qualified and experienced individuals looking to join our future Board of Directors.  

What We’re Looking For:  

You’ll be a great candidate for one of the roles available if you:  

Have 5 years professional experience in one of the following areas:  

• Corporate finance / audit 

• Legal practice  

• Human resources 

• At a Regulator or working in a highly regulated environment  

• Policy 

• Risk Management 

We are seeking individuals who share our passion and meet the following criteria:  

• Commitment to the values, purpose, and priorities of NBCA 

• Have experience or understanding of the not-for-profit community services sector 

• Can attend Committee/Board meetings and Sub Committee Meetings (6 each) through a calendar year. (Most are held virtually with 1-2 in-person).  

• Demonstrate previous experience as a Board member. (AICD or similar governance qualifications would be highly regarded)  

• Lived experience working at an education provider could be advantageous  

Given the work that we do there will be a few non-negotiables. You’ll need to be able to have, or obtain prior to commencement: 

•          Working with Vulnerable People Card
•          National Police Check clearance.
•          Clear solvency check.

We value the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and encourage and celebrate diversity. So, even if you don’t think you quite meet all of the skills listed or tick all the boxes, we’d still love to hear from you!  

How to Apply:  

If you’re ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you. Please:  

• Tell us why you’re a great fit and share your story in a cover letter 
• Include your LinkedIn profile link and/or detailed resume 
• Email your application to Jocelyn.Cronin@nbca.org.au 
• Applications will be reviewed the week of 07 July  
• Shortlisted Candidates will be contacted for interviews and invited to observe next Committee Meeting on 04  August at 1915 (via Teams) 

Join us in shaping the future of the NBCA and creating a lasting impact on the lives in our community.