- Applicant location
- National
- Role
- Future Director
- Closes
- 30 November 2025
- Remuneration
- This role is not remunerated. Any travel expenses will be covered.
- Website
- ycentral.nz/
This is an outstanding opportunity to join the board of Y (YMCA) Central as a Future Director.
Organisation description
At Y Central, our mission is to empower young people and communities to build a just, sustainable, equitable, and inclusive Aotearoa where everyone can thrive in body, mind, and spirit.
Specifically, we deliver early childhood education, before and after school care, youth development programmes, community hubs, outdoor camps, and sport and recreation programmes. Our work spans from the Greater Wellington Region, to Whanganui, Palmerston North and Masterton.
Particular skills/competencies sought
The successful Future Director will have:
- An interest in governance
- Legal experience or expertise – a law degree is not absolutely necessary but someone with legal experience will be highly valued
- Exposure and familiarity with fundraising and philanthropy
Commitment required
Board meetings are held four times per year, two to three of these will be held in Wellington. Up to two days per meeting cycle will be required for reading board papers and preparation.
Term
This is a 12-month appointment with a commencement date targeted to be early December
Apply
To be considered for this outstanding opportunity, please submit your application by hitting Apply Now below. If you have already registered for Future Directors please sign in to complete your application. You may update your governance CV and a tailored cover letter for this position. If you have not previously registered with Future Directors, please complete the application process.
Close date and next steps:
Applications will close on 30 November. It is our intention to notify you if you have been shortlisted for this opportunity within three weeks of the close date.