Non-Executive Finance Board Director

Would you like to be part of a mission to save lives through research? 

Thoracic Oncology Group of Australasia (TOGA) is a dynamic organisation with a membership of leading clinician researchers and community members from Australia and New Zealand. Together, they design and conduct clinical trials to bring life-saving treatments, diagnostics and preventative measures to people living with lung cancer and mesothelioma, and provide education on the latest breakthroughs so all patients can receive access to world-class care. 

TOGA is the recipient of government grants, funding from the commercial sector and undertakes fundraising to advance its mission to prevent, treat and cure lung cancer and mesothelioma through research, clinical trials, education and advocacy.

Established as a Company Limited by Guarantee and charity with DGR status in 2020, TOGA is seeking a Non-Executive Board Directorwith experience and qualifications in Finance.

This is a voluntary role with the following commitment:

• Virtual 90 min evening meetings approx. 4 times per year
• 2x f2f meetings/year in a major metro city
• Virtual 1 hour meeting every 2 months as a member of the Committee for Audit, Risk and Finance (CARF)
• 4 year term, with the option to serve an additional 4 year term

Position Summary

The primary responsibility of the Board is to guide and monitor the business and affairs of the organisation, including compliance with the organisation’s corporate governance objectives and setting the strategic directions of the organisation. Board Directors will have empathy with the mission, vision and values of the organisation. They will have the abilities and skills for leadership and ongoing growth and development of TOGA.

As a Board Director with financial expertise, you will be a Member of the Committee for Audit, Risk and Finance (CARF) with a view to nominating for the CARF Chair once familiar with the business of the organisation. The Finance Director will also be a valued support and resource to TOGA management to assist with financial oversight and expertise.

Key Selection Criteria

• A qualified accountant and member of either chartered accountants of Australia and New Zealand or CPA Australia with at least 10 years’ work experience in a finance role
• Previous Board and senior management experience
• AICD Company Director’s course or equivalent training certification
• Familiarity with the not for profit sector and philanthropy
• Thorough knowledge and experience in ensuring good organisational governance
• An understanding of the challenges faced by people and families living with mesothelioma and/or lung cancer
• The ability to review the strategy through constructive questioning and suggestions and contribute to the effective decision making of the Board
• Experience in managing areas of major risk to the organisation
• Ability to work with a team in a respectful, collegiate and collaborative manner

Conditions of Appointment

Appointment to the role of Director is subject to successful police clearance, after successful interviews with existing Board of Directors.

All new Board Members are required to comply with all legal requirements under ASIC and ACNC; and provide their directors ID number (DIN) or be willing to obtain one.

TOGA Board Directors must not be in receipt of funding from companies that manufacture, sell or market tobacco or ‘tobacco-like’ products.

How to Apply

Please refer to the position description on the TOGA website https://thoraciconcology.org.au/opportunities/ for full details of the role. 

Applicants should send a cover letter addressing the selection criteria, and your CV detailing relevant experience to *************@thoraciconcology.org.au or apply through Seek.

For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact TOGA Executive Officer, Megan Sanders, on 03 9087 3***.

Applications close 14 April, 2024.