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Casual Positions on the Board

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By Jacquie Burton

CALLING ALL MEMBERS              

Do you want to contribute to children and young people's health and well-being at a national level? Have you ever wondered what the Board of the College does and discusses?

Well, here is your chance to join the board as a Casual Board Member, with the opportunity to stay on the Board after the next AGM. Expressions of Interest are now open. No previous experience is required. 

Expression of Interest for ACCYPN Casual Board Director Position  

The ACCYPN a Not-For Profit registered charity, Company Limited by Guarantee, is seeking to recruit casual directors. Successful applicants’ casual appointment will be until the next ACCYPN AGM.

We are seeking ACCYPN members who are working in hospital or community settings.

About the Role

We are seeking experienced and values-aligned ACCYPN Ordinary members to join our Board as a casual director. As a casual director, you will contribute strategic insights and clinical expertise to guide the ACCYPNs mission and ensure strong governance, accountability, and impact.

This is an excellent opportunity to broaden your leadership experience, board experience and contribute to raising the profile of speciality practice.

All Board and portfolio meetings are conducted online. The Board of Directors meets virtually for 1–2 hours each month. In addition to attending Board meetings, each Director is actively involved in at least one portfolio area, with a total estimated time commitment of approximately 5 hours per month. This is a non-remunerated position.

A biennial face-to-face strategic planning day is held in alignment with the ACCYPN Conference.

What We're Looking For

  • ACCYPN Ordinary member currently working in a hospital or community setting
  • A passion for children and young people’s nursing
  • Willingness to actively participate in Board meetings and Portfolios
  • An interest in governance, strategy, and organisational leadership
  • No prior board experience required – we welcome emerging leaders and offer mentoring and support

How to Apply

Please complete and return

  1. Completed ACCYPN Casual director nomination form 
  2. Curriculum Vitae
  3. A biography of 200 - 300 words to outline your qualifications/experience.

Applications close: Tuesday 12th August 2025

For a confidential discussion or further information, contact A/Prof Yvonne Parry chairperson@accypn.org.au

Applications are to be sent to Dr Pam O’Nions  secretary@accypn.org.au