Current Skillsbank Opportunities

Browse current opportunities by role type and see the time commitment for each position.

Through our Skillsbank initiative, Leadership WA Alumni contribute their skills, expertise and leadership to strengthen for-purpose organisations and communities across WA.

Send your application to connect@leadershipwa.org.au and include the role title in your subject line, eg. “Board Member | Girl Guides WA”.

Board Chair

Time commitment: 12 hours per month, 2-year term
Apply by: 30 October 2026

The organisation

Consumer Credit Legal Service (WA) Inc. is a specialist community legal centre and registered charity providing free legal assistance, education, advocacy and law reform for Western Australians experiencing credit, debt, banking, consumer and financial hardship issues. For more than 30 years, it has improved access to justice and financial wellbeing while advocating for fairer financial systems and stronger consumer protections. 

The role

CCLS is recruiting as part of planned succession for its Board Chair, within a skilled Board spanning governance, law, finance, risk, community services and strategic leadership. Supported by the Finance, Audit, Risk and Management Committee, the Board provides strategic oversight, evaluation, succession planning and risk governance for a growing community legal service.

Please submit a covering letter and CV with your submission.  

Read the full information about the role here: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4466648477/

Time commitment: 2 hours per month, 2-year term
Apply by: 1 December 2026

The organisation

Outdoors WA is the peak industry body for Western Australia’s outdoor recreation, education and adventure tourism sectors. It provides advocacy, leadership and support to strengthen the outdoor sector across the state.

The role

Outdoors WA is seeking a Chair to lead its skilled Board and work with the Chief Executive Officer on governance, strategy and organisational performance. The Chair will guide delivery of the Strategic Plan, foster an effective Board, represent Outdoors WA across government, industry and the community, and promote measurable impact for members and the wider outdoor sector.

Please submit a covering letter and CV with your submission.

Location

The meetings are held bi-monthly; alternating in person and virtual. The meetings are held at the Outdoors WA Office in Crawley  

Read the full information about the role here: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4466648477/

Board Member – Treasurer

Time commitment: 4 hours per month, 2-year term
Apply by: 26 October 2026

The organisation

Sudbury Community House Association Inc operates a Neighbourhood Centre and Early Learning Centre in Mirrabooka, serving Perth’s northern suburbs since 1986. It is integrating both services into a Child, Youth and Family Development Hub that prioritises trauma-informed care and coordinated support for children, young people and families who are vulnerable or disadvantaged.

The role

They are seeking a finance professional to join its Board and contribute financial expertise, strategic thinking and governance skills as the organisation grows. Previous Board experience is preferred, but applicants with suitable financial, accounting or governance skills and an interest in the not-for-profit sector are encouraged to apply.

Please submit a covering letter and CV with your submission.

Location

Online or at the Mirrabooka office. 

Time commitment: 3 hours per month, 3-year term
Apply by: 10 November 2026

The organisation

The West Australian Youth Jazz Orchestra (WAYJO) is WA’s leading youth jazz organisation, developing musicians aged 14–25 through ensembles, education, regional engagement, collaborations and artist development. Guided by its values of Inspire, Nurture, Connect, Include and Strive, WAYJO is strengthening pathways, partnerships, access, evaluation and income diversity to sustain high-quality statewide programs. 

The role

WAYJO is seeking a volunteer Treasurer with financial, accounting or commercial expertise to support financial sustainability, governance and strategic direction. Working with the Board, leadership team and Finance Committee, the Treasurer will oversee reporting, budgeting and compliance and contribute sound, collaborative judgement; previous Board experience is welcome but not essential. 

Please submit a covering letter and CV with your submission.

Location

Maylands, with hybrid attendance available.   

Time commitment: 2 hours per month, 1-year term
Apply by: 26 November 2026

The organisation

Powerhouse Dreams is a Western Australian charity established by parents Tammy and David Whait to support families of children with disabilities. It helps families fund specialised therapy and equipment and provides mentoring, networks, information and practical assistance to improve access to support across WA.

The role

Powerhouse Dreams is seeking a community-minded volunteer with financial and organisational skills to oversee records, reporting, budgeting and financial planning. Transactions are minimal and reporting templates are provided, making this a straightforward opportunity to support the organisation’s sustainability.

Please submit a covering letter and CV with your submission.

Location

online every 4–6 weeks 

HR Professional

Time commitment: 3-month term
Apply by: 30 October 2026

The organisation

WAALI is an independent, Aboriginal-led for-purpose organisation that grows, strengthens and sustains Aboriginal leadership across Western Australia through culturally grounded leadership programs for Aboriginal women and men. Guided by Elders and the Six Noongar seasons, it connects more than 350 alumni through ongoing learning, mentoring and cultural leadership pathways that support positive change across the state.

The role

WAALI is seeking an experienced HR professional to conduct a skills and capability audit of its team by reviewing role requirements, interviewing staff and assessing current capabilities. The volunteer will identify gaps and development opportunities and provide a practical action plan, including updated job descriptions, to support WAALI’s continued growth and impact.

Please submit a covering letter and CV with your submission.

Board Member

 

Time commitment: 2-5 hours per month, 1 to 2-year term (depending on the role, during the October-to-March surf lifesaving season)
Apply by: 6 November 2026

Available positions: 4

The organisation

Secret Harbour Surf Life Saving Club is a not-for-profit community organisation providing volunteer patrol and surf lifesaving services across approximately 35 kilometres of coastline in the City of Rockingham. Its volunteers contribute more than 6,000 patrol hours each year, including at Secret Harbour Beach and the Penguin Island sandbar, and undertake over 300 rescues and 3,000 preventative actions. 

The role

SHSLSC Board of Management are committed to good governance, sound financial management, effective administration and strategic planning.

They currently have six Board members and are seeking expressions of interest for:

  • Director of Education – 2-year term
  • Director of PR & Sponsorship – 2-year term
  • Director of Social – 2-year term
  • Director of Finance & Administration – 1-year term

Board members contribute their skills and enthusiasm to governance, financial management, administration, strategy and the Club’s ongoing development.

Please submit a covering letter and CV with your submission

Location

Monthly Board meetings at the clubhouse in Secret Harbour.  

Time commitment: 3 hours per month, 2-year term
Apply by: 10 November 2026

The organisation

Developmental Disability WA (DDWA) is Western Australia’s peak organisation for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. For more than 40 years, it has worked alongside people and families to influence policy, build knowledge, strengthen communities and advance inclusion, rights, respect and choice.

The role

DDWA is seeking a passionate Non-Executive Director to contribute skills, experience and sound judgement to its Board and support its purpose. Experienced directors, senior professionals and emerging Board candidates are encouraged to apply; governance qualifications or equivalent experience are welcome, but commitment to inclusion, rights, respect and choice is essential. 

Board meetings are held every six weeks in person or online.   

Please submit a covering letter and CV with your submission.

Time commitment: 10 hours per month, 2-year term
Apply by: 26 November 2026

The organisation

Girl Guides WA (GGWA) is a volunteer-led youth development organisation empowering girls and young women through safe, inclusive and girl-led programs across metropolitan and regional Western Australia. Supported by a small staff team and more than 350 adult volunteers, GGWA builds leadership, resilience and life skills and is part of Girl Guides Australia and the global World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts. 

The role

Girl Guides WA is seeking Board Members and Directors to contribute to strategic direction, financial stewardship and strong governance, with opportunities to support the Finance or Volunteer Management subcommittees and other strategic working groups. Applications are welcomed from experienced directors and people stepping up to a Board role, with governance development and support available.

Please submit a covering letter and CV with your submission.

Location

Board meetings are held every two months, with additional meetings and events as required. Girl Guides WA is based at 265 Great Eastern Highway, Belmont WA 6104. 

Board Secretary

Time commitment: 2 hours per month, 1-year term
Apply by: 26 November 2026

The organisation

Powerhouse Dreams is a Western Australian charity established by parents Tammy and David Whait to support families of children with disabilities. It helps families fund specialised therapy and equipment and provides mentoring, networks, information and practical assistance to improve access to support across WA.

The role

Powerhouse Dreams is seeking an organised and reliable volunteer to coordinate Board meetings, prepare agendas and minutes, maintain records in OneDrive, and assist with correspondence and administration. Previous Board experience is welcome but not essential for either role; relevant skills, enthusiasm and commitment to supporting children with disabilities and their families are most important. 

Please submit a covering letter and CV with your submission.

Location

online every 4–6 weeks 

Mentor – Youth

Time commitment: 2 hours per month, 1-6-year term
Apply by: 4 November 2026

Positions available: 15

The organisation

Wheatbelt & Beyond Youth Mentoring (WBYM) is a school-based association connecting adult mentors with Year 7–10 students in rural, regional and remote WA. It supports eight District High Schools and is expanding through trial partnerships with SIDE and PET for isolated or disengaged regional students, as well as a partnership supporting selected disadvantaged Perth primary school students. 

The role

WBYM is seeking supportive adult mentors to be positive role models and confidantes for students navigating the challenges of social and geographic isolation. 

Mentors are matched with a student for as long as both remain in the program, receive training and ongoing support, and may also take part in face-to-face opportunities during the year.

Mentors are requested to email the matched student at least once a week.

Mentors must hold current WA Working with Children and nationally coordinated criminal history checks and complete an application, referee check and online training.   

Please submit a covering letter and CV with your submission.

Location

Remote email mentoring for students in rural, regional and remote WA; mentors must live outside the student’s local school community, with optional face-to-face opportunities during the year.

Mentor/Coach – Governance

Time commitment: 3 hours per month, 8-month term (March-October 2027)
Apply by: 31 December 2026

The organisation

Established under the South West Native Title Settlement, the Noongar Boodja Trust holds, manages and grows State compensation for seven beneficiary Noongar corporations. The Noongar Advisory Company advises the Trustee and supports culturally strong, sustainable governance and board leadership across the Noongar nation.

The role

The Noongar Governance Leadership Pathway equips 24 current and emerging leaders with the skills, experience and networks to govern organisations and strengthen the Noongar Nation through formal learning, individual support, mentoring and peer connections. Governance-trained mentors and coaches are sought for a few hours each month to provide tailored support—from foundational learning to investment, finance, audit and risk—as the Trust prepares to transition to a Noongar-governed dedicated Trustee by 2033.

Onboarding sessions will be available in Feb 2027.

Please submit your CV and short covering letter with your application.

Location

Noongar are mostly located throughout the South West of WA, with a large number metro. F2F for the first mentoring session is ideal, but online is an option.