Shape the future of children’s development and humanitarian efforts and be part of a powerful global movement championing children’s rights & gender equality.
Are you committed to making a difference in the lives of children and communities worldwide? Do you possess expertise in philanthropy, partnerships and fundraising, human resources, organisational culture and development, or legal skills within a humanitarian context? If so, we invite you to apply for one of two positions on the Board of Directors of one of the oldest and largest children’s development and humanitarian agencies.
What We’re Looking For:
The Plan International Australia Board is responsible for developing and overseeing implementation of our ambitious vision. They contribute expertise, advice and wisdom to the CEO and leadership team across matters including strategy, operations, finance and risk, governance, fundraising, technology, communications, media, business and planning.
We are seeking energetic, skilled, and experienced individuals to join our Board of Directors. The ideal candidate will be one who can demonstrate a commitment to our values including gender equality, children’s rights and feminist leadership principles. Your background may include work or volunteer experience and interest in the not-for-profit sector, preferably in an international context. Your value sets and approach will help you slot quickly into the organisation as you learn more about the significant challenges facing the international humanitarian/development sector in today’s environment.
The ideal candidates will bring expertise in one or more of the following areas:
- Philanthropy, Partnerships, and Fundraising: Proven experience in securing funding, building strategic partnerships, and driving philanthropic initiatives.
- Human Resources, Organisational Culture, and Development: Strong background in HR management, fostering inclusive and positive organisational culture, and leading organisational development.
- Legal Expertise in a Humanitarian Context: Comprehensive understanding of legal issues related to humanitarian work, including compliance, governance, and advocacy.
- Other relevant professional skills may be considered but these are the ones that the Board has identified as gaps.
Unique Lived Experiences:
We believe that diversity enriches our decision-making and enhances our impact. We are particularly interested in candidates who bring the desired skills the Board is looking for plus relevant lived experience to our Board. This may include:
- Contextual Understanding: Having lived/worked in the areas where Plan International Australia operates, providing firsthand insight into the challenges and opportunities.
- Program Participation: Experience as a participant in Plan International Australia or other international NGO programs.
- Impact of Humanitarian Disasters or Conflict: Personal experience of displacement or impact by humanitarian crises.
- Experience with Gender-Based Harmful Practices: In-depth understanding of issues such as child marriage, female genital mutilation, or other gender-based practices through personal or professional experience.
How to Apply:
If you are interested in this opportunity to contribute your skills and experience to a worthy cause, refer to the full position description for application process details.
Submissions close 5:00PM 2nd December 2025!
Plan International Australia is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, gender, disability, or any other characteristic. We encourage people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. First Nations people from the Pacific also encouraged to apply.