Governance
Please find below links to Lifeline South Coast annual reports and other organisational information. For more information, please call the administration office on (02) 4228 1311.
Overview
Our governance framework is based on a set of values and behaviours that underpin our day-to-day activities, provide transparency, and protect the interests of stakeholders.
Lifeline South Coast is governed in accordance with the documents which can be accessed via the links below.
Governance documents
Our Board
Lifeline South Coast's Board consists of 7 Board Members. Individually and collectively the Board Members strive to use their experience of business and community life to add value to the organisation as well as effectively monitor its operations. Lifeline South Coast is committed to supporting diversity in the workplace.
Activity of the Board includes: establishing the organisation's strategic direction; reviewing and approving business plans and budgets; overseeing compliance and performance management systems; analysing results and exploring opportunities for improving outcomes; and looking at the evolving landscape and anticipating the future community and organisational needs.
Expressions of interest
Lifeline South Coast is seeking expressions of interest to join our Board. We encourage those from diverse backgrounds and diverse personal and professional experiences to express their interest. We are seeking a Board that is reflective of the communities we serve.
About the role
As a Board Member, you are expected to contribute to the development of the strategic direction of the organisation, financial stewardship, and good governance.
The estimated time commitment is 3 to 5 hours per month including preparation and readings for meetings, attendance at meetings, and follow up as required. In addition, there are 1 to 2 full-day sessions per year. There is an opportunity to attend meetings virtually.
This is a volunteer role. We have multiple positions available.
About you
You are committed to making a meaningful, positive impact on the local community through your contribution to the Board. You believe that suicide is preventable, and no one should need to face their toughest moments alone. You are prepared to ask tough questions, work cooperatively and collaboratively. You are able to commit the required time to the role.
We are specifically seeking people with skills in one or more of the areas below:
- Lived or living experience of suicide
- Understanding of theories and concepts of suicide
- Working with diverse groups
How to express your interest
If you would like to express your interest in joining the Board, please provide:
- A cover letter including what you would bring to the Lifeline South Coast Board, and why you are interested in joining
- A brief resume
- A completed skills matrix template
Expressions of interest should be emailed to admin@llsc.org.au. We will respond to expressions of interest as they are received.
Download the Board Member Position Description.
For more information, or if you have any questions, please contact Renee Green (CEO) on 0409 912 391 or Rhonda O'Donnell (Board Chair) on 0415 843 197.
We are seeking a Board that is reflective of the communities we serve.