Board Director (Voluntary) – Aged Care & Community Services

Campbelltown NSW / Board Role

Organisation-wide

Board of Directors

Voluntary

FOCUS Connect Careers - South West Sydney

Why Join Our Board?

• Contribute to the governance and strategic direction of a respected not-for-profit organisation
• Help shape the future of aged care and community services across growing service regions
• Share your expertise in a values-driven organisation focused on inclusion, dignity and community connection
• Support long-term sustainability, innovation and positive impact for diverse communities
• Join a Board committed to equity, diversity and meaningful community outcomes

About FOCUS Connect

Macarthur Diversity Services Initiative Ltd, trading as FOCUS Connect, is an ACNC-registered large not-for-profit charity based in Campbelltown, NSW.

We provide care, support and community-based services to people who are disadvantaged or marginalised across children, youth, family and aged care programs through our Community Services and non-residential Aged Care business units.

Our services have traditionally focused on the Macarthur region, with strong experience supporting culturally and linguistically diverse communities. As part of our strategic growth, FOCUS Connect is expanding its Aged Care services into Fairfield and Northern Sydney, strengthening community impact and long-term sustainability.

About the Opportunity

FOCUS Connect is seeking Expressions of Interest from experienced professionals to join the Board of Directors in a voluntary capacity.

We are particularly interested in individuals who bring experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Aged care or community sector leadership
• Governance and strategic oversight
• Marketing, brand, growth or community engagement
• Accounting, finance or broader business expertise
• Board Directors contribute to the governance, strategic direction and sustainability of the organisation in accordance with the Corporations Act 2001 and the organisation’s Constitution.

What You’ll Be Doing

You will be expected to:

• Actively participate in Board meetings and the annual Strategy Workshop
• Contribute to Board leadership aligned to your expertise
• Provide constructive strategic insight, oversight and stewardship
• Support organisational impact, growth and sustainability
• Contribute to effective governance and informed decision-making

Preferred Skills and Experience

Aged Care / Clinical / Sector Experience

• Knowledge of the Australian aged care sector, including regulatory, clinical and commercial environments
• Experience in clinical governance, service quality or risk oversight
• Understanding of reform, sustainability and consumer-directed care

Community Sector Experience

• Knowledge of the Australian community services sector, including funding models and service delivery environments

Marketing / Growth

• Experience in brand strategy, communications and stakeholder engagement
• Ability to support visibility, community reach and market positioning
• Insight into customer experience, digital engagement or partnership development

Governance & Board Capability

• Understanding of the legal, ethical and fiduciary responsibilities of Board Directors
• Ability to interpret financial and organisational performance reports
• Experience contributing to strategy, risk oversight and organisational sustainability
• Awareness of Federal and State legislative requirements relevant to not-for-profit organisations

Accounting and Business Acumen

• Financial accounting, budgeting or broader commercial experience

About You

You are a strategic and community-minded professional who wants to make a meaningful contribution through Board service.

You will ideally bring strong professional judgement, an understanding of governance responsibilities, and a commitment to helping an inclusive not-for-profit organisation grow sustainably and serve its communities well.

FOCUS Connect welcomes Expressions of Interest from people of diverse backgrounds and seeks to reflect its commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion within its Board membership.

Requirements

Prior to appointment, successful candidates must complete:

• National Police Check
• Bankruptcy and National Insolvency checks
• Eligibility to meet ASIC requirements for a Director

Further Information

An Expression of Interest Pack is available on request.

For further information about the Board, the organisation, or to request the pack, please contact:

Darren Byrnes – Chairperson

darrenbyrnes@focusconnect.org.au