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Community Gardens Australia

http://communitygarden.org.au/

Role: Chair Type: Not-for-Profit & Community Organisations Location: All States and Territories
Environment Agriculture, fisheries and forestry Education Health
Annual Budget: $25,001-$75,000
Number of Paid Staff: 0
Number of Volunteers: 6-20
Current Board Size: 4-7
Board Meetings (frequency): monthly
Board Meetings Held: On Weekends

Area of Expertise Being Sought:
Fundraising, Governance, Strategy (Strategic / Succession Planning), Leadership & Volunteer Culture

Board Meetings (Mode):
Online/Dial-in

Targeting:
Females, People with Disabilities, Seniors/Retired People, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQI

Payment:
Nil - honorary role

Any further information about this vacancy:

Board Chair (Volunteer) - Community Gardens Australia

Are you a strategic, community-minded leader ready to help shape the future of food, sustainability, and grassroots action? 

Community Gardens Australia is looking for a Volunteer Board Chair, with a minimum of five years’ Board experience, to lead our passionate, all-volunteer team. We’re the national peak body for community gardens, connecting people, places, and projects that grow food and community.

This is a unique opportunity to:

  • Guide a national network at a time of exciting growth
  • Champion local food, sustainability, and resilient communities
  • Lead a collaborative board and vibrant volunteer network
  • Be the voice of CGA across the sector and with key stakeholders

You’ll bring governance and leadership experience, a demonstrated ability to identify and secure funding opportunities, a knack for strategic thinking and a respect for volunteer culture.

Position Description

How to Apply

Please submit:

  • A short cover letter outlining why you’re interested in the position and why you believe you would be a strong candidate
  • A CV summarising your relevant governance and leadership experience.
  • A link to your LinkedIn profile if you have one
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