Express an Interest

Targeting:

Meals on Wheels Central Coast (One Direct Connect Limited) is a well-established not-for-profit organisation delivering essential meals, wellbeing and support services to older people and vulnerable members of the Central Coast community.

We are seeking suitably qualified and values-aligned individuals to join our Board as Volunteer Directors. This is an opportunity to contribute at a strategic and governance level to an organisation that plays a vital role in supporting older people to live independently and with dignity. We are seeking to appoint more than one Volunteer Director to support planned Board renewal and strengthen our collective skills and experience.

About the role

As a Director, you will work collaboratively with fellow Board members and the Chief Executive Officer to provide strategic leadership, sound governance and effective oversight of the organisation. Directors are responsible for ensuring the organisation meets its legal, ethical and regulatory obligations and operates in accordance with the Aged Care Act, Aged Care Quality Standards and other relevant legislation.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing strategic direction and oversight

• Financial and risk governance

• Oversight of service quality, safety and continuous improvement

• Monitoring organisational performance and sustainability

• Supporting strong governance, compliance and ethical decision-making

Skills and experience

We welcome applications from individuals with experience or expertise in one or more of the following areas:

• Not-for-profit or corporate governance

• Accounting, finance or audit

• Risk management and compliance

• Law or legal services

• Human resources or workforce governance

• NDIS, care quality or aged care leadership

• Strategy, change management or senior executive leadership

Prior board experience is desirable but not essential. A strong commitment to good governance and alignment with the mission and values of Meals on Wheels Central Coast is essential.

Time commitment

The Board meets every two months, with additional participation in sub-committees monthly.  Board appointments are voluntary and unpaid; reasonable out-of-pocket expenses may be reimbursed.

How to apply

To apply, please submit:

• A current resume, and

• A brief cover letter outlining your interest in the role and how your skills and experience would contribute to the Board of Meals on Wheels Central Coast.

Apply to ali@ccmow.com.au. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Meals on Wheels Central Coast values diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from individuals who are passionate about community service, good governance, and supporting older people to live well in their own homes.

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