Board Director

You are applying for the position ofBoard DirectorforBallarat Community Health.Please fill in your details below to submit an application for this position.

The primary site for this position is:
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The Ballarat Community Health (BCH) Board of Directors is responsible for creating a governance environment that acts in the best interests of the organisation and drives performance. This includes, among other things:

• setting the vision, strategy and direction of the organisation
• having ultimate accountability for the delivery of safe and quality services
• ensuring the ongoing financial viability of the organisation
• succession planning and performance of the CEO
• overall oversight of organisational performance

As a skills-based board, Directors are recruited for the skills, experience, and competencies that they have developed from their personal and professional activities, and which they will continue to develop while on the Board.

BCH is currently seeking a Director who can bring experience and expertise at a senior level in strategy development and oversight, preferably in a large not-for-profit setting within the health sector .

These skills will support the Board as it oversees implementation of BCH's strategic direction and fulfills its governance responsibilities.

About Ballarat Community Health

BCH strives to create healthy communities through the provision of accessible, affordable and quality health and wellbeing services. Working with individuals, families, and communities across Ballarat and beyond, our diverse range of services includes general practice, allied health, health promotion and protection, child and youth services, community programs, alcohol and other drug supports, and mental health services.

BCH values diversity in life experience, thinking styles, qualifications and skills. Applicants with the relevant skills and personal attributes, including a desire to make a difference to the health and wellbeing of clients and community, will be considered. Women, First Nations people, gender diverse individuals, people with lived experience, and individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds are particularly encouraged to apply.

To express your interest in the role

An information pack and Expression of Interest details are available on the BCH website at bchc.Org.Au/board-application/ or by contacting Melinda Empson on.

To further discuss your interest, please call Jessie Harman, Board Chair, on.

Expressions of Interest will be accepted to 5pm, Friday 5th July 2024.