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#Role Overview

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Role: Board Member, Hobart City Mission

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Type: Not-for-profit (voluntary, unpaid)

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Location: Hobart

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#About Hobart City Mission

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Hobart City Mission (HCM) is inviting expressions of interest to join our Board of Directors as a volunteer.

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Established in 1852, HCM was the first City Mission in Australia and is the third-oldest Mission in the world. We support people in Southern Tasmania who are doing it tough by providing emotional, physical and financial assistance.

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We are committed to developing innovative programs and services that empower people and enable them to participate in community life with dignity, purpose and self-reliance.

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More information is available at the Hobart City Mission website

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#About the Role

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Board Members help oversee the work of Hobart City Mission and ensure the organisation remains strong, effective and accountable.

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This is a voluntary (unpaid) position.

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We are particularly interested in people with expertise in one or more of the following areas:

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- Corporate compliance and governance
- Marketing and communications
- Fundraising and philanthropy
- Legal services
- Community support services
- Social enterprise
- Risk management

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#Who We’re Looking For

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We welcome expressions of interest from people who:

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- Believe in supporting people doing it tough with dignity, compassion and without judgement
- Are willing to contribute their time, insights and leadership to strengthen Hobart City Mission and its impact in the community




- Bring relevant professional skills and experience
- Work collaboratively and constructively as part of a Board

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Hobart City Mission welcomes candidates from all cultures, social and economic backgrounds,

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all abilities, genders, sexualities and stages of life. We see strength in them all and embrace this diversity.

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#Time Commitment

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Board Members contribute approximately 10–12 hours per month, including:

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- 6–8 Board meetings each year
- 6–8 Board subcommittee meetings each year
- Reading Board papers and contributing to discussions and decisions
- Volunteering within the organisation
- Attending HCM functions and fundraising events

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#How to Apply

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Please submit and expressions of interest via email:

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- A short letter explaining why you would like to join the Board and what skills you bring
- A copy of your CV

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Submissions close: 18 May 2026

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#Assessment

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EOIs will be assessed by a recruitment team of Directors and a short list prepared.

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Short listed candidates will meet with the team to discuss their interest and to give an chance to ask questions about the role and the appointment process.

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The team will make recommendations to the Board for approval.

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#More Information For more information, please contact:

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Peter Gartlan

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President, Hobart City Mission

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Category

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Community Services

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Commitment

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Regular - more than 6 months

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Type Of Work

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Disability Support,Fundraising & Events,Governance, Boards & Committees,

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Time Required

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Training

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📌 Board Member, Hobart City Mission
🏢 Hobart City Mission
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