Board Directors and Independent Board Committee Members (Voluntary)

commUnity+ is seeking Expressions of Interest from values-driven leaders who are interested in contributing to the governance, sustainability and future impact of one of the most established community organisations in Melbourne's greater West and North.

As part of our Board renewal and succession planning program, we are seeking individuals interested in:

• Board Director positions
• Board leadership, including consideration for Board Chair succession
• Independent Board Committee Member position

About commUnity+

Comm Unity Plus Services (commUnity+) is a purpose-driven organisation working across Melbourne's greater west and north. commUnity+ has supported, enabled and worked alongside diverse communities for more than 40 years, creating pathways to connection, learning, work and justice.

Our Vision: For all people, families and communities to thrive.

Our Purpose: We empower and support people by unlocking pathways to connection, learning, work and justice.

Through our education, legal, family and community strengthening programs and services, we work alongside individuals, families and communities experiencing social, economic and systemic barriers.

commUnity+ is:

• A Company Limited by Guarantee
• A registered charity regulated by the ACNC and endorsed Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR)
• A Registered Training Organisation (RTO)
• An accredited Community Legal Centre 
• An authorised Children’s Contact Service, with membership to the Australian Children’s Contact Services Association
• An accredited Neighbourhood House.

Working in partnership with local communities, governments, and community and sector partners, commUnity+ delivers services that strengthen communities and create lasting social impact.

Why Join the Board or Committee Now?

commUnity+ is entering an exciting period of strategic and organisational growth and is seeking new perspectives, complementary skills and diverse lived experiences to help shape its future.

The Board will play an important role in delivering the Strategic Plan 2025–28, strengthening community impact, organisational capability and sustainability, supporting innovation and service integration, building strategic partnerships, and ensuring strong governance, stewardship and risk management.

Board Specialist Expertise Sought

While all Directors are expected to contribute to the fulfilment of the Board’s fiduciary duties and responsibilities, commUnity+ is particularly seeking individuals with expertise in one or more of the following areas:

• Governance and Board Leadership - Board Chair or Deputy Chair experience or interest | Director mentoring and succession planning
• Education and Learning - Vocational education and training | Registered Training Organisations | Adult and community education | Employment and workforce pathways
• Finance, Audit and Risk - Finance and accounting | Audit and assurance | Enterprise safety and risk management | Regulatory compliance| Commercial and growth
• Community Services and Diverse Communities - Experience working with multicultural communities and/or people experiencing multiple barriers and forms of disadvantage | Experience leading, working with, and/or understanding of the challenges facing the community sector, charitable and for-purpose organisations.

Independent Committee Member Opportunities

commUnity+ is also seeking Expressions of Interest from individuals interested in serving as Independent Committee members. Current Board Committees are:

• Finance, Audit and Risk Management Committee (FARM)
• Governance Committee
• Community Advisory Committee
• Education Subcommittee

Who We Are Looking For

commUnity+ believes stronger governance comes from diverse perspectives and lived experiences. We particularly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, People with strong connections to Melbourne's greater west and north, People from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, People with lived experience of disadvantage or marginalisation, Individuals with experience accessing community services, Refugee and asylum seeker communities, People with disability and LGBTQIA+ communities. 

Previous Board experience is valued but is not essential. 

How to Express Your Interest

More information about this opportunity is provided in the Candidate Brief (attached).

Alternatively, See HERE.

To be considered for this opportunity, please submit a brief Candidate Statement and a current resume or professional profile. Please refer to the Candidate Brief for specific information requirements.

To submit your EOI online, simply click on the 'Apply Now' button.

Alternatively, you can forward your EOI via email to: Jobs@comm-unityplus.org.au using the subject line: Board Directors and Independent Board Committee Members (Voluntary) enquiry via EthicalJobs.