Position Vacancy
Chair, External Engagement and Funding Sub-Committee Role Vacancy
Scouts Australia is seeking a dedicated volunteer to take on the role of Chair, External Engagement and Funding – a position appointed for up to three years by the National Executive Committee. Scouts Australia values diverse perspectives and inclusive leadership. We strongly encourage applications from younger people, especially younger women, and individuals who identify as gender diverse.
About Scouts Australia
Scouts Australia is a Child Safe organisation. Scouts Australia is inclusive of all, regardless of gender, sexuality, race, religion, or abilities and does not tolerate any form of harm, abuse or neglect.
Scouts Australia, with a legacy spanning over 117 years, is the nation’s foremost youth development organisation. Guided by the Scout Promise and Law, Scouting is the values-driven youth leadership program for Australia, in the community and the outdoors. Scouting provides leadership opportunities through a program that is fun, challenging, adventurous and inclusive. We run a youth development program from age 5 to 25 years, with a guiding philosophy of “youth leading, adults supporting”.
With members across Australia and part of a network of 176 national Scout organisations boasting 57 million members globally, Scouting’s impact is profound and far-reaching.
Role Description
The Chair, External Engagement and Funding Sub-Committee plays a vital role in supporting the National Executive Committee (the board of Scouts Australia) on external affairs of the Scout Association of Australia relevant to its key functions.
As Chair, you’ll collaborate with a broad range of stakeholders, including staff, volunteers, the National General Manager, Chair of the NEC, finance staff, contractors, and other National Sub-Committees to help ensure sound strategic oversight and delivery of a workplan.
This is an unpaid volunteer role and the successful applicant must undertake Police and Working with Children Checks prior to appointment.
Key Responsibilities
The Chair, External Engagement and Funding Sub-Committee will be responsible, and accountable, for the following functions:
- Government engagement
- Brand and marketing
- Fundraising and development
- Funds disbursement, and
- Alumni engagement
How to Apply
We’re keen to hear from you and would like to learn about your skills and how you will make contribution to the Sub-Committee. You can do this by addressing the selection criteria included in the position description. Don’t leave things to the last minute! We like to receive applications on time.
All applications must be submitted in writing to Sheree Giffin, Executive Officer, Scouts Australia via email to sheree.giffin@scouts.com.au.
Applications for this position close at 9am, AEST, on Tuesday 28 April 2026.
You will need to include the following in your application:
- A covering letter, including your contact details.
- Details of why you believe you have the necessary skills and attributes.
- A curriculum vitae, outlining relevant positions and experiences
Selection Process
After applications close, the Selection Advisory Panel will convene to review the applications and shortlist applicants for interview. All interviews will be conducted online.
The successful candidate will assume responsibility for the role from June 2026, following a transition period.
For further information, or to enquire about the role, please reach out to Henry Austin-Stone, Chair of the Selection Advisory Panel, at henry.austin-stone@scouts.com.au.
