CCFSS BOARD OF MANAGEMENT
About Central Coast Family Support Services
Our Organisation and History
Established in 1985, CCFSS is a not-for-profit, community-based service supporting families on the Central Coast of NSW. We’re proud of the assistance and advice we’ve provided for almost 40 years.
Our Vision
We are committed to providing safe and inclusive support to empower families in our local community to thrive.
Our Mission
Through education, advocacy and community connection we provide sustainable, flexible and strengths-based support which values every family’s unique story.
Our Values
- Safety
- Compassion
- Integrity
- Collaborative Learning
Prospective Board Member Information
The CCFSS Board’s primary responsibilities centre on providing strategic direction and governance together with the development and implementation of key initiatives.
This includes collaborating with staff to;
- Set the strategic direction
- Overseeing organisational performance
- Ensuring compliance with funding agreements
- Legal and regulatory requirements.
Additionally, the Board is responsible for effectively managing risks, evaluating program outcomes, and fostering a constructive relationship with our Executive Officer to support leadership and accountability.
By engaging in continuous oversight and strategic planning, the Board provides a role to ensure that we operate efficiently and fulfill our Vision and Mission.
Desired Skills and Experience:
We are actively seeking individuals who can offer a wide range of skills and expertise to complement our existing Board team. As a Board member you will contribute to maintaining and upholding CCFSS’s governance expertise and sustainability well into the future.
- Sound understanding of governance (previous Board experience highly regarded)
- Excellent leadership and communication skills
- Preparedness and capacity to dedicate the time required to support CCFSS as a Board member (monthly Board meetings held in person at Kariong)
- Legal & Governance, Finance or Risk & Compliance expertise highly desirable.
How to make an 'Expression of Interest'
To register your interest simply;
- Read the supporting material below: CCFSS Constitution and Annual Report.
- CLICK HERE to submit your application. Please include your Resume and Cover Letter.
Your Cover Letter should address the following:
- Why you are interested in this volunteer position with us?
- What skills and experiences you bring to this position?
- Do you currently have or are you willing to obtain a NSW Working With Children’s Check?
- Your availability to attending Board of Management Meetings?
(Attendance at monthly meetings is approximately 2 hours per month plus reading time for financial documents and other papers presented to the Board for approval. Board meetings are normally 2 hours in person at CCFSS Offices Kariong on the fourth Monday of each month commencing at 1.30pm).
We appreciate your interest in this opportunity and look forward to discussing your application further. We will be in contact with EOI candidates to arrange a meeting where we can find out more about you.
If you have any questions please contact CCFSS Executive Officer Sarah | sarah@ccfss.com.au or call 02 4340 1585.
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