Non-Executive Director

• Non-Executive Director - Volunteer Board Position
• SA’s leading Cancer Charity
• Opportunity to make a real difference

Short summary

As a volunteer Board, our directors care about making a positive difference to people living with cancer and contributing their skills and expertise to ensure we are continuously improving and extending our services and support to people in our community.  We have a fantastic opportunity for a new Board member to join us with a strong background and qualifications in Finance/ Accounting to complement our existing high performing and cohesive team.

About the company

Cancer Council SA has been supporting South Australians impacted by cancer for over 90 years. We are proud to be the state’s longest running and largest cancer charity, and the only organisation in South Australia that works across every aspect of every cancer.

Here in South Australia, every day, we support families impacted by cancer when they need it most, speak out on behalf of the community on cancer issues, empower people to reduce their cancer risk, and find new ways to better detect and treat cancer.

Role overview

As a director, you will support CCSA to make a positive impact by: 

• Contributing to the strategic direction and implementation of the strategic plan
• Providing governance and general oversight of the overall organisation
• Ensuring the organisation remains robust and fit to meet its mission.
• Demonstrating your strong stakeholder engagement and advocacy skills to support positive outcomes.
• Attending bi-monthly Board meetings, committee meetings and other Board related events as required

Skills, knowledge and experience

• You will bring the ability to think strategically and broadly about the business and how CCSA can have a positive impact on the community.  The ability to constructively challenge peers to achieve desired business decisions harmoniously will be critical for success. You will also bring:

  • Formal business/commerce/accounting/finance qualification/s
  • Strong expertise in accounting, audit, finance and risk management
  • A genuine interest or lived experience and understanding in supporting people with cancer.
  • Strong relationship building skills and ability to influence for positive outcomes.
  • Knowledge of a director’s governance role including the legal, ethical, fiduciary, and financial responsibilities
  • AICD qualification is preferred

Special conditions

• The position will be offered as a three year term with the opportunity for future terms
• The successful applicant must be a non-smoker
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory police check and may require a further Department of Human Services clearance

For a confidential discussion or further information, please call Julie Pennetta, General Manager People, Safety and Culture on 0405 318 459 or contact by email - jpennetta@cancersa.org.au. 

Applications close Wednesday 30th August, 2023 at 5pm.

With respect, no recruitment agencies please.

Cancer Council SA promotes and values diversity, applicants from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

As an organisation, Cancer Council SA are committed to creating a safe workforce for all.

Cancer Council SA employees are provided with Bi-Cultural Awareness, Safety and Inclusion training and we welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.