Supported Accommodation and Homelessness Services Shoalhaven Illawarra Ltd (SAHSSI)

http://www.sahssi.org.au

Role: General Board Member Type: Not-for-Profit & Community Organisations Location: Wollongong City Council, New South Wales
Public safety Community development
Annual Budget: $250,001-$750,000
Number of Paid Staff: 21 - 50
Number of Volunteers: 5 or fewer
Current Board Size: 4-7
Board Meetings (frequency): monthly
Board Meetings Held: During Day

Area of Expertise Being Sought:
Accounting / Finance / Investment, Information & Communication Technology (ICT), Housing

Board Meetings (Mode):
Face-to-face, Online/Dial-in

Targeting:
Females, People with Disabilities, Seniors/Retired People, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander, English as an additional language or dialect, LGBTQI

Payment:
Nil - honorary role

Any further information about this vacancy:

Join the SAHSSI Board of Directors: Seeking Expertise in Construction Related Fields, Finance or Information Technology    

Position: Voluntary Board Member 

Organisation: SAHSSI (Supported Accommodation and Homelessness Services Shoalhaven Illawarra) 
Location: New South Wales, Australia 
Commitment: Part-Time, Volunteer 

 

About SAHSSI: SAHSSI is a leading not-for-profit organisation dedicated to providing safe, supported accommodation, domestic violence and homelessness services across the Shoalhaven and Illawarra regions. Our mission is to empower women and children impacted by domestic violence by offering essential housing and specialist domestic violence support services, advocacy, and long-term solutions to break the cycle of domestic violence and homelessness. 

The Opportunity: We are seeking a passionate and experienced individual to join our Board of Directors. This is a unique opportunity to contribute your expertise to an organisation making a tangible difference in the community. As a Board Member, you will play a pivotal role in guiding SAHSSI’s strategic direction, using a feminist lens, to expand our impact in the housing and support services sector. 

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Strategic Oversight: Provide strategic direction and governance to support SAHSSI’s mission and long-term goals. 
  • Financial Stewardship: Oversee financial planning, and resource allocation to ensure the organisation’s financial health and growth. 
  • Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure adherence to legal and regulatory requirements, while proactively managing risks to the organisation. 

Ideal Candidate: 

  • Experience: Previous board experience is highly valued. 
  • Expertise: Professional expertise in one of the following areas: 
  • Housing (planning, designing, construction or development); 
  • Finance; or 
  • Information technology. 
  • Passion: A deep commitment to social justice and improving the lives of vulnerable individuals and families in our community. 
  • Leadership: Proven leadership skills with the ability to lead within a feminist framework and collaborate effectively and contribute to a high-functioning board environment. 

Why Join SAHSSI? 

  • Impact: Be part of a dynamic and dedicated team committed to making a real difference in the lives of those impacted by domestic violence and homelessness. 
  • Collaboration: Work alongside other passionate board members and a dedicated staff to shape the future of SAHSSI. 
  • Growth: Contribute to the strategic expansion of SAHSSI’s services and impact within the community. 

How to Apply: If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact and have the expertise to drive SAHSSI’s mission forward, we would love to hear from you. 

Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are interested in joining the SAHSSI Board of Directors to natalie@sahssi.org.au or via Indeed. 

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