Seeking EOIs for Board Director to fill casual vacancy

Handball Australia (HA) is seeking expressions of interest from experienced professionals to join its Board. This is a voluntary, appointed role is to fill a casual vacancy for up to 14 months.

This is an opportunity to contribute strategically to the growth and sustainability of Handball in Australia in the lead up to the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games.

We are seeking a Director with demonstrated experience in:

  • law, policy or governance, including risk, compliance in stakeholder environments; or
  • strategic finance, with experience in financial sustainability, risk oversight and long-term planning.

Role Responsibilities

Board Directors will:

  • act in the best interests of the organisation and its members
  • contribute to strategy and long-term sustainability
  • provide governance oversight (finance, risk and compliance)
  • uphold high standards of integrity and ethical leadership
  • support and advise the Chief Executive Officer while maintaining appropriate accountability.

Skills and Experience

The ideal candidate will bring:

  • legal or strategic finance expertise
  • strategic and systems thinking capability
  • sound judgement and independence
  • strong stakeholder engagement skills
  • Board or senior governance experience (desirable)
  • alignment with the values and purpose of Handball Australia.

Handball Australia is committed to providing safe, inclusive, and respectful environments for all participants. Handball Australia is committed to gender balance and inclusive opportunities in its volunteer policies, practices and procedures.

EOIs should include a brief summary of skills, experience and be emailed to the CEO Bronwyn Thompson at sec-gen@handballaustralia.org.au

Applications closed.