The Boroondara Volunteer Resource Centre is advertising this role on behalf of Ashburton Community Centre.

About Our Centre: Our Centre is a community-owned and managed not-for-profit organisation offering activities, programs and events developed in response to the needs of the community. We offer a broad range of activities to our members and we are based on High street, Ashburton.

Who we are looking for: We are seeking expressions of interest to join our voluntary Committee of Management, contributing to the strategic direction and planning for the Centre. We have a focus on financially sustainable operations and have strong strategic, governance and planning processes and policies in place.

We are seeking someone who can:

• Contribute to the work of the Committee of Management in developing growth and community engagement
• Attend monthly Committee meetings (evenings, third Wednesday of every month) and AGM
• Contribute to sub-committees
• Involvement and/or attendance at Centre fundraising initiatives and events

We are hoping to find volunteers with any of the following skills/experience/interests:

• governance
• policy development
• secretarial duties
• fundraising & event planning
• community arts
• current/previous connection with the Ashburton Community Centre

Benefits to our volunteers: Committee membership provides the following fantastic opportunities:

• contribute meaningfully to your local community
• meet and connect with like-minded community members
• be involved in a dynamic community organisation
• gain experience in governance and specific interest areas eg event planning, finance, policy development

You should be able to demonstrate:

• A commitment to community connections and inclusion
• Understanding of working with a not for profit organisation
• Commitment to the Centre’s values and its ongoing success
• Ability to think constructively and creatively
• Effective team membership, listening and communication skills
• A willingness to contribute to activities in addition to the monthly committee meetings

If you are considering bringing your skills, experience and energy to a vibrant and open Community Centre, we’d love to hear from you. We are an inclusive organisation and welcome applications from people from all backgrounds.