Board Traineeship

Board Traineeship Program Objectives:

To develop skills, experience and knowledge in advocacy and representation among young women in the YWCA Adelaide through active participation in the Board governance process.

To support young women during their leadership journey by providing strategic training and development experiences.

The Board Traineeship Program contribution expectations:

Attendance at approximately one meeting/event per month over a 12 month period, including:

80% meetings of the Board At least one meeting of each of the Board sub-committees:

o Nominationso Fundraising

At the end of placement, to give a short presentation to the Board on the experience and how it has been/will be shared with YWCA Adelaide members.

Benefits of the Board Traineeship Experience Attend and observe Board Meetings, and ask questions of Board Members in a supportive

environment. Gain a thorough understanding of governance including financial and issues management Receive

invites to YWCA Adelaide events, including a complimentary ticket to the She Leads Conference.Help shape YWCA Adelaide policy and direction through participation in strategic planning activities. 

Criteria for selectionEssential:

Must be current financial member of YWCA Adelaide at the time of applying for the traineeship. Between 18 and 30 years of age by the time of submitting an application. Must have completed the YWCA Adelaide board training program prior to submission of the

application, or be willing to attend the next occurring YWCA board training program. Must be able to commit to attending Board meetings, subcommittee meetings and events as

required. Must commit to sharing the experience gained with the YWCA Adelaide membership during and

following the traineeship. A desire to learn and professionally develop, while contributing to the growth of others. A demonstrated strong commitment and passion in achieving women’s rights and leadership.

Desirable: Applicants should be able to demonstrate strong interest and enthusiasm in the YWCA movement

through a minimum of two years active involvement with the YWCA Adelaide through their expression of interest and short question answers.

Board Traineeship Application Form

A. Candidate Profile:

Full name      

Mailing Address:      

Contact phone number:      

Email address:      

Education

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Work Experience (Use additional paper, if needed)

Place of work Dates From/To Role Brief Description of work

                       

                       

                       

Volunteer Experience

Organisation Dates From/To Role Brief Description of work

                       

                       

                       

B. Please attach a 750-1,000 word typed Expression of Interest describing:

Your background, professional interests and goals, and how they link with the vision, purpose and values of YWCA Adelaide. Include in your essay how you will prepare for the traineeship programme and what you hope to get of your time as a Board Trainee (for example what are your expectations and what skills do you want to develop).

C. Please answer the following questions:

1. Why do you think that leadership by young women is important to the YWCA Adelaide? (150 words max)      

2. Why is a women’s rights organisation needed in the 21st century? (150 words max)      

3. The Values of the YWCA Adelaide are: Gender equality Embrace diversity Women’s leadership Accept accountability

Which Value resonates most strongly for you and why? (150 words max)      

D. What skills are you bringing into the traineeship?

Corporate governance Policy development

Strategic management Business performance

Risk management Legal responsibilities

Financial literacy Government relationships

Investment portfolio Information technology

Property/Asset Management Branding & marketing

Youth/Education/Training

Application Checklist:

Please check you have completed

A - Candidate profileB - Expression of interest C - Short question responseD - Skills matrix

Email completed applications to: liz.forsyth@ywca.com.au by Monday 31st August 2015 or post to YWCA Adelaide, 17 Hutt Street, Adelaide SA 5000

Selection Process

All applications will be reviewed by the Nominations Committee using the above criteria. Interviews may be conducted with short listed candidates during September and will be either by telephone or in person.

The successful applicant will be announced at the AGM on 29th October 2015