INTRODUCTION:

Accordwest believes ‘Every Story Matters’, not just for our clients, but for our employees as well.
About Accordwest
Located and servicing people across the coastal and inland regions of the Southwest, the Gnaala Karla Booja of the Noongar nation, Accordwest is a not for profit (NPO) with a passion for helping our clients become more engaged, connected, and resilient, so they can go on to live strong, independent, and meaningful lives.

DESCRIPTION:

With an established reputation of over 40 years’ service and dedication, Accordwest is seeking professionals with the skills and experience to join our Board and help Accordwest deliver social returns and add value to the community of the Southwest for the next 40 years. 
Board members ideally have prior governance experience and qualifications, and demonstrate strong stakeholder and community engagement. This is a volunteer position, however, depending on participation, an honoraria up to $7500 may be offered in recognition of the position held.
Successful applicants will also receive fully funded access to selected Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD) courses, a valuable opportunity to deepen your governance expertise.
Accordwest actively encourages Aboriginal people to apply, reflecting our commitment to inclusion and ensuring our membership mirrors the rich diversity of the communities we serve.
Commitment and Engagement
Board meetings are held 6 times a year for 1 & ½ hours in the evenings, February to December.
A Board Annual Strategy workshop held in Bunbury on a weekend. In-person attendance is required.
AGM in November usually on a Friday night.
6-8 Board Subcommittee meetings are also held, usually in the alternate months to Board meetings.
Members and Associate members usually nominate and are voted on to the;
Property Subcommittee
Programs and Practice Subcommittee,
Finance Risk and Audit Subcommittee
Culture and Diversity Subcommittee
Associate Members contribute to the work of the Board as non-voting members of the Association.
Meetings are usually attended via videoconference or in person
Resources and Meeting Papers are accessed via and shared through the Convene Board Governance application platform

THE ROLE REQUIRES THE FOLLOWING ATTRIBUTES FROM BOARD MEMBERS:

Full support of the Mission, Vision, and values of Accordwest;
Understanding and acceptance of the role of the Board at Accordwest;
Help and support for the CEO and leadership group to achieve service growth, high service standards and objectives;
Support for moving the organisation in the right strategic direction for the right reasons;
Commitment to the highest standards of governance;

A DEEP APPRECIATION OF THE RESPONSIBILITIES OF A BOARD MEMBER:

Maintains strict confidentiality and demonstrates integrity;
Strong knowledge of the impacts of Poverty and Social disadvantage accross the Southwest;
Participation in meetings and in learning and development opportunities with the Board.
Highly desirable requirements
Board and / or Extensive Commercial or NFP experience
Experienced or practicing allied health professional
Experience in service design for youth services, homelessness services, justice reintegration service
Experience in Finance or accounting
Understanding or experience in Housing First Principles
Understanding of Emergency Relief support
Probity
Members must provide evidence of qualifications, 100 points of ID including a Drivers license, Working With Children Check and successfully undertake a Police Check.
How to apply
Please submit an Expression of interest including a recent CV and cover letter by clicking the ‘apply now’ button on this page.
The period for submission closes on the 29th August 2025. Shortlisting and interviews with a Panel of members and the Accordwest Representative to commence in August 2025.
First Nations people are encouraged to apply. Accordwest ensures it has Board and Associate membership vacancies suitable to Noongar people who represent the culture and needs of many of the people and communities it serves.
Enquiries can be made to our Executive Assistant via ea@accordwest.com.au