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RSPCA Northern Territory Incorporated

http://www.rspcant.org.au

Role: General Board Member Type: Not-for-Profit & Community Organisations Location: City of Darwin, Northern Territory
Animal welfare
Annual Budget: $750,001-$1,500,000
Number of Paid Staff: 11 - 20
Number of Volunteers: more than 100
Current Board Size: 4-7
Board Meetings (frequency): every two months
Board Meetings Held: At Night

Area of Expertise Being Sought:
Accounting / Finance / Investment, Business Development / Social Enterprise, Fundraising, Governance, Human Resources, Information & Communication Technology (ICT), Law & Legal Services, Risk Management

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

Targeting:

Payment:
Nil - honorary role

Any further information about this vacancy:

RSPCA Northern Territory Board vacancies

The Board of RSPCA Northern Territory Incorporated (RSPCA NT) are seeking applications for several skills-based directors who support the objectives and purposes of the association.

The Board includes a mix of elected and co-opted positions. The current Board is made up of a highly effective and diverse skills based Board of highly committed individuals. The Board is seeking to co-opt up to four (4) skills-based directors as part of this process. With future planned retirements, the Board will also seek to identify individuals from this process for positions that will become available later in the year. Board Directors are voluntary positions.

The Board is going through a process of renewal and is seeking applications from people who are willing to take on leadership positions in the future. In addition, potential exists for a new Director to be RSPCA NT’s nominee to the federated body, RSPCA Australia (an additional Directorship).

 

Director Skills

RSPCA NT is looking for several individuals with the skills and experience to effectively contribute to the strategic leadership and governance responsibilities of the Board.

The range of specific skills sought include any of the following, however the Board is open to receiving application from individuals with other skills not listed:

  • Animal expertise: Veterinary, animal management, animal behaviour or animal care
  • Legal / Governance / Risk
  • Digital / IT / Cyber
  • People and Culture
  • Business Growth and fund raising
  • Finance and Accounting

 

Additionally, the following are desirable, but not compulsory:

  • Previous Board Director experience
  • NFP governance experience
  • Formal governance training such as AICD
  • Strong networks in the NT community

 

Please note: Applications from residents of the NT will only be accepted.

 

About RSPCA NT

The RSPCA is Australia’s pre-eminent animal welfare organisation.

RSPCA NT (formerly RSPCA Darwin) was established in 1965 and is a member of the federated national organisation, is an independent, locally-run charity.  RSPCA NT relies predominately on self-funding with around 90% of our income from fundraising, donations and adoption fees. With the support of our wonderful community, all the funds raised remain with the animals of the Northern Territory. RSPCA NT cares for around 700 animals each year who come to us through no fault of their own, whether lost, abandoned, neglected or worse.

RSPCA NT provides a strong voice for all animals, using scientific evidence to inform and advocate for long term improvements to animal welfare through legislation, by-laws and advice.

RSPCA NT operates on a well-maintained five-acre site in Berrimah, leased in perpetuity from the Northern Territory Government. RSPCA NT employs around 13 staff members in full, part time, as well as casual arrangements. The organisation is led by a very capable Operations Manager. The workplace is complemented by a large volunteer base who contribute approximately 8,000 hours per year. RSPCA Darwin cares for predominantly puppies, dogs, kittens, cats and occasionally other animals such as pigs, ducks, chickens, rabbits and guinea pigs. 

RSPCA NT’s Joint Patrons are His Honour Professor the Honourable Hugh Heggie AO PSM, Administrator of the Northern Territory and Ms Ruth Eirwen Jones.

Copies of RSPCA Northern Territory’s annual financials are available via the Australian Charities and Not-for-profit Commission https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/92950c5d-39af-e811-a963-000d3ad244fd/profile.

 

Process

  • Application pack: to obtain an information pack and application form, please email chair@rspcant.org.au prior to closing date.
  • Applications: applications must include CV and application Applications close at midnight (ACST) on Tuesday 11th February 2025. Note applications will only accepted via email to chair@rspcant.org.au.
  • Interviews: shortlisted applicants will be invited for interview to be held in late February and early March 2025.
  • Full Board: final shortlist applicants will be invited to attend (as an observer) a Board Meeting prior to appointment.
  • Reference checks: references to be checked prior to
  • Offer: offers to successful candidates will be made before the end of March 2025.
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