Family Planning Tasmania Board Member

Job Description

3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Direct message the job poster from Family Planning Tasmania Senior Administrative Assistant at Family Planning Tasmania At Family Planning Tasmania (FPT), we believe that access to quality sexual and reproductive healthcare and education is a fundamental human right. As the leading provider of these services across Tasmania, we deliver compassionate care through our state-wide clinics and education programs. Our staff and Board are dedicated to providing services that are non-judgmental, inclusive, and respectful of privacy and confidentiality. We are looking to welcome several new Board Members to our established and committed Board of Management. As a Board Member, you will provide overall strategic direction for FPT, ensuring we achieve our objectives, maintain financial sustainability, and deliver clinical and operational excellence in alignment with our values. We seek individuals who are passionate about improving health outcomes for vulnerable communities and are excited about the opportunity to help lead a purpose-driven organisation like FPT. Experience in any of the following fields would be highly valued: health, clinical governance, finance, legal, or education. Our Board Members can be based anywhere in Tasmania. Responsibilities As a Family Tasmania Board Member you will have the following role responsibilities, either individually or in collaboration with the Board: Actively lead and set the strategic direction and priorities of Family Planning Tasmania; Develop and approve organisationally appropriate governance policies and documents; Engage with, monitor and regularly appraise the Chief Executive Officer (CEO); Monitor the Organisation’s performance and ensure compliance with relevant legal obligations; Evaluate the Organisation’s management activities and ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality care, informed by research, evidence-based principles, and clinical governance standards; Actively uphold the values of Family Planning Tasmania; Obtain all necessary information to understand key issues and assess risks facing Family Planning Tasmania. Commitment Board members demonstrate their commitment to Family Planning Tasmania by: Reading Board papers thoroughly and preparing for all Board and Committee meetings and events; Actively participating in all Board and Committee meetings and events; Participating in approximately six to ten Board meetings per year; Participating on one Board Committee which meets approximately four times per year; Attending the Annual General Meeting; Attending one training and/or strategy development session(s) per year. Like to learn about us? We are Tasmania's leader in sexual and reproductive health. FPT is committed to addressing some of the state’s most pressing social issues by delivering first-rate educational and clinical services to all Tasmanians. For the full position description please visit our website. Seniority level Executive Employment type Job function Business Development and Sales Industries Health and Human Services #J-18808-Ljbffr