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Non-Executive Director | Arthritis Australia Board

Help shape a future where no Australian faces arthritis alone. 

Non-Executive Director | Arthritis Australia Board

Voluntary | National | Three-year term

More than 7 million Australians live with arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions. For over 75 years, Arthritis Australia has provided trusted information, funded research, influenced policy and advocated for better care. We’re now seeking up to two non-executive Directors to help guide our next phase of growth, advocacy and innovation.

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Non Executive Director application form

1. Candidate details

Your Name(Required)
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Your Address(Required)

2. Interest, purpose and contribution

Please keep responses concise. Suggested maximum: 200 words per question.
Please address your connection to the purpose of Arthritis Australia and the contribution you hope to make.
Focus on the contribution that is most distinctive and relevant, rather than repeating your CV.

3. Skills profile

Please rate your level of skills and experience in the areas as listed below

A - Awareness Familiar with concepts; able to engage constructively in Board discussions. No direct professional experience required. Typically gained through general reading, governance training or adjacent experience.

WK - Working Knowledge Practical understanding gained through relevant Board, organisational or professional exposure. Able to ask informed questions, contribute meaningfully to decisions and identify when specialist input is needed.

DE - Deep Experience Demonstrated experience applying this skill in a substantive professional or governance role over a sustained period. Able to lead the Board’s analysis, provide authoritative guidance and assess management proposals critically.

LC - Leadership Capability Recognised depth of experience; able to lead the Board’s thinking, chair a relevant committee or act as a resource to fellow Directors. Typically supported by a significant professional track record or formal qualifications.

Core competencies

Experience rated as “WK” in all categories is required

Priority Strategic Skills

Experience rated as “DE or LC ” in at least one (1) category as well as “WK” in at least one (1) category is required
For each, briefly describe the context, your role, the action or judgement required, and the outcome. Suggested maximum: 350 words in total

4. Governance and strategic judgement

5. Values, conduct and collaboration

Suggested maximum: 200 words.
You may refer to how you listen, collaborate, manage disagreement, handle confidential information or recognise when other perspectives are needed. Suggested maximum: 200 words.

6. Diversity and perspective

This section is optional. Responses help the Committee consider the breadth of perspectives represented across the Board. Please provide only information you are comfortable sharing.
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7. Availability and role expectations

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Include current Board load and any commitments that could create recurring scheduling constraints.

8. Eligibility, independence and due diligence

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If none, state “None”.

9. Referees

Please provide two referees who can comment on your governance, strategic leadership, conduct and ability to work effectively with others. Referees will not be contacted without notice.

10. Attachments and declaration

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This year, our Board assessed its collective capability against a comprehensive Board Skills Matrix, aligned to our 2024–2029 strategy. That work identified where we want to deepen our strength as a group – and to invite people whose expertise complements our current Board.

We welcome candidates with expertise in one or more of:

  • Marketing, communications and reputation
  • Government relations and advocacy
  • Digital and technology governance
  • Legal, regulatory and compliance
  • People and culture leadership
  • Fundraising, partnerships and revenue diversification

All Directors bring financial acumen, corporate governance understanding, legal and regulatory awareness, and risk management capability – alongside sound judgement, high ethical standards, respect for diversity, equity and inclusion and a commitment to our mission.

Previous board experience is desirable but not essential if you can demonstrate strong executive leadership, strategic thinking and governance capability.

What’s involved

  • The Board meets 4–6 times a year, virtually and in person
  • Participation in at least one Board committee and annual strategic planning
  • Reviewing papers and preparing properly for meetings
  • Representing Arthritis Australia at selected events where appropriate

Arthritis Australia Directors are volunteers. Travel, accommodation and reasonable out-of-pocket expenses are covered. The usual term is three years, with a maximum of three terms.

How to apply

Download and submit your completed application form together with:

  • A cover letter outlining your interest, relevant experience, and how your skills and lived experience would strengthen the Board
  • A current CV
  • Details of any current or previous board appointments

Email completed applications to admin@arthritisaustralia.org.au

To request a confidential discussion about the role with the Chair or Company Secretary, please contact our Office Manager on (02) 9518 4441.

Applications close 4.00pm AEDT, October 5, 2026.


Assessment and selection will run through September and October, concluding by the end of October 2026. Successful applicants take office at the Annual General Meeting on 20 November 2026.

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