Call for Expressions of Interest: Treasurer – NFAW Board

National Foundation for Australian Women

Board Director (Voluntary)

The National Foundation for Australian Women (NFAW) is a feminist organisation dedicated to advancing gender equality and protecting the rights and interests of Australian women. Independent of party politics, NFAW works to influence policy, support research and advocacy, and strengthen the broader women’s movement in Australia. NFAW also supports initiatives and projects aligned with its objects as well as through its preferred donor arrangements and partnerships across the sector.

NFAW is currently seeking a voluntary Board Director to join our Board and contribute to the strategic leadership and governance of the organisation.

About the Role

NFAW is governed by a volunteer, skills-based Board of Directors. The Board is seeking expressions of interest from suitably qualified individuals with strong financial expertise to join the Board, with the intention that the successful candidate will also assume the role of Treasurer.

The Treasurer plays an important role in supporting the Board’s oversight of NFAW’s financial management, reporting and governance. This includes working closely with the Board and advisers to ensure sound financial stewardship and transparency.

Board appointments are voluntary and directors are not remunerated.

The person

We are seeking a candidate who brings strong financial capability and governance awareness. You will have:

• Professional experience in finance, accounting or financial management
• A relevant professional qualification such as CPA or Chartered Accountant (CA), or equivalent financial expertise
• Experience in governance or board environments (desirable)
• The ability to contribute strategically to organisational sustainability and growth

An interest in or commitment to gender equality and advancing the rights of women will be important.

NFAW welcomes expressions of interest from individuals who bring diverse perspectives, including First Nations women, women from culturally diverse backgrounds, and younger women seeking to contribute their professional skills to the governance of a national feminist organisation.

Commitment

NFAW is a volunteer-led organisation. Directors are expected to attend Board meetings and contribute to committees and key initiatives of the organisation. The Board generally meets several times each year, with additional involvement in committee work as required.

How to apply

If you are interested in contributing your financial expertise to the governance of NFAW and supporting the advancement of women in Australia, we encourage you to submit an expression of interest to nfaw@nfaw.org

Further information about the role and application process is available in the Position Description →.