Board Directors (Voluntary)

Help shape the future of mental health promotion and prevention in the ACT:

• Play a vital role in shaping strategy and impact for a respected community organisation.
• Expand your governance experience in a supportive, collaborative environment.
• Advocate for mental health and amplify lived experience voices.

About MIEACT

Mental Illness Education ACT (MIEACT) is a Canberra-based, nationally accredited not-for-profit organisation with more than 30 years' experience delivering evidence-informed mental health promotion and prevention programs. Through lived experience-led education, professional learning and community engagement, we work with children, young people, educators, workplaces and communities to improve mental health literacy, reduce stigma, strengthen help-seeking and support safer, more inclusive environments. MIEACT is a trusted partner of schools, community organisations and government, with a strong commitment to quality, innovation and measurable outcomes. Learn more by visiting www.mieact.org.au.

Why join our Board?

MIEACT is seeking new Directors to join its eight-member Board. Working collaboratively with fellow Directors and the CEO, you will contribute to the strategic direction, governance, sustainability and impact of the organisation. As part of planned Board succession and leadership transition, opportunities will also be available for interested Directors to nominate for the positions of Vice-President and Treasurer. Successful candidates will be elected at the MIEACT Annual General Meeting on 18 November 2026 in Canberra.

We are seeking Directors with expertise in one or more of the following:

• Finance, accounting or audit
• Mental Health qualification
• Education (particularly youth education)
• Fundraising and philanthropy
• Legal
• Digital innovation, technology or cybersecurity
• Strategic leadership and organisational development.

We strongly encourage applications from people with lived experience of mental health challenges, carers, family members and individuals from diverse backgrounds and communities.

All Directors are expected to demonstrate:

• Commitment to MIEACT's purpose, values and mission
• Strategic thinking and sound judgement
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• An understanding of governance responsibilities or a willingness to develop these skills
• A commitment to ethical leadership and community impact.

 Previous Board experience is welcomed but not essential.

 Commitment:

• Approximately 6 to 8 Board meetings per year, including sub-committee meetings
• Attendance to the mandatory DoNOHarm training prior to the first Board meeting for the year (scheduled for early December 2026)
• Hybrid participation available
• Voluntary position with approved expenses reimbursed.
• Appointments are for a three-year term.

Next Steps

To submit your application please click 'Apply Now' by the closing date.

Refer to the attached Position Description for more information.

For a confidential discussion, contact the MIEACT President, Sheryle Moon on hr@mieact.org.au using the subject line: Board Directors (Voluntary) enquiry via EthicalJobs.