Positions and Opportunities

Girl Guides Tasmania is the state’s peak organisation for girls and young women in leadership and personal development.  We are committed to helping girls and young women develop into confident, self-respecting, responsible community members. Girl Guides Tasmania is a not for profit charity delivering non-formal education to the Tasmanian community. Volunteer led and volunteer driven, Girl Guides Tasmania strives to be mindful of the needs of families, be responsive and supportive of the needs of girls and young women and provide a volunteer experience that accommodates the variety and diversity of experience of women.

The following positions are great opportunities to expand your horizons and skill sets, while helping Girl Guides Tasmania provide the best for girls and young women of Tasmania. All applicants for any of the following positions will be subject to Girl Guides Tasmania and legislative screening procedures.  These checks are consistent with Girl Guides Tasmania’s commitment to providing a child safe environment.

If you require more information about any of the following positions, please contact us at office@guidestas.org.au. 

If you have a strong accounting background and want to help Girl Guides Tasmania be the leading organisation for young women and girls, then we invite you to apply for the role of State Treasurer. The State Treasurer’s main role is to advise the Board and the Finance & Property committee on matters relating to the financial position of the Association and other financial matters.

Candidates will need to demonstrate:

  • A formal qualification in accounting or practical experience and alternative qualifications to an equivalent standard.
  • Interpersonal communication and team leadership skills, including facilitation, managing conflict and chairing meetings.
  • A commitment to the development of girls and women in Tasmania.

Nominations are now open and are open to any person who supports the aims and policies of Girl Guides Tasmania. Candidates are not required to be members of Girl Guides Tasmania.

Applications close: 31/03/2021

Position Description - GGT State Treasurer
GGT State Treasurer - Application Form

Do you have a keen interest in governance and policy? We are now taking applications for our Governance Group, who will advise the Board on matters relating to governance and its policies as requested.

Candidates will need to demonstrate:

  • An understanding of the roles and responsibilities of the Governance Group and its relation to the Girl Guides Tasmania Board.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills, particularly in written work.
  • And interest and/or understanding in creating and maintaining policies and other governance documentation.
  • A commitment to the development of Girl Guides Tasmania.

Candidates are not required to be members of Girl Guides Tasmania.

Applications close: 31/03/2021

Terms of Reference - GGT Governance Group
Application Form - GGT Governance Group

Do you love to get things right the first time? Do you have a keen interest in making Girl Guides the safest place for girls and young women?
Girl Guides Tasmania is calling for nominations for the State Risk Manager.

Applicants will need to demonstrate:

  • an strong understanding of risk management and policy
  • strong team and communication skills
  • an ability to attend and contribute to all required meetings
  • an ability to write reports and report to the board
Applicants are required to be a member of Girl Guides Tasmania.

Applications close: 01/05/2021

Position Description - GGT Risk Management Consultant
Application Form - GGT Risk Management Consultant