Applications close: 16 December
Location: Anywhere in Australia
• Tenure: 12-month direct Board appointment (then eligible for election for a 3-year term)
• Remuneration: Board Director fee + superannuation
Overview
Each is a profit-for-purpose organisation delivering health, mental health, disability, counselling and community support services across Victoria, New South Wales, Tasmania, Queensland and the ACT. Our Board guides governance and strategy, ensuring we stay true to our mission and values while creating real and lasting impact.
Key Responsibilities
* Set strategic direction to ensure services remain person-centred, accessible, connected, effective and safe
* Provide oversight of organisational performance and financial sustainability
* Champion inclusive, culturally safe and psychologically safe environments for staff, clients and communities
* Participate in Board and Committee meetings, contributing expertise to robust discussions
* Support continuous improvement, innovation and best practice in governance, quality and risk
* Represent Each in the community, including events and service visits
* Engage in ongoing professional development and support Board evaluation and succession planning
Who Were Looking For
* Clinical mental health expertise – supporting informed and effective governance
* Integrity and accountability – ethical, independent decision-making
* Financial and legal literacy – ability to interpret reports and understand governance frameworks
* Commitment to inclusion – proven ability to foster equitable, safe and inclusive culture
* Curiosity, collaboration and courage – willingness to question, challenge and contribute collectively
* Emotional intelligence – empathy, strong communication and respectful engagement
* Commercial judgement and purpose-driven focus – business acumen and alignment with the mission
* Monthly time commitment of 8-10 hours, including bi-monthly in-person Board meetings and an annual retreat
Preferred Experience & Skills
* Previous Board or governance experience in not-for-profit or related sectors
* Experience in governance, quality and risk
* Skills in legal, finance, public relations, stakeholder engagement or business development
Mandatory Requirements
* Current and active membership of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD) or equivalent, and willingness to complete relevant governance training
* Ability to satisfy all relevant background checks (Criminal History, Working with Children, NDIS Worker Screening, Aged Care Banning Orders, Responsible Persons criteria)
Why Join Us?
* Monthly Board remuneration plus superannuation
* Opportunity to influence strategic direction and community outcomes
* A collaborative, values-driven governance environment
Next Steps
Applications must be submitted via our website. Direct applications will not be considered. If shortlisted, you will be invited to complete a short video interview in January, followed by in-person interviews mid-to-late January
We welcome applications from people of all ages, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and LGBTIQA+ community members. We will provide adjustments to the recruitment process upon request.
For more details, please refer to the Position Description on the Each website or contact Natalie Sullivan, CEO at
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