• Multiple voluntary member positions
• 2-year terms with possible contract renewal
• Virtual meetings (Zoom each month), with opportunities to connect in person in Ballarat, Victoria
• Meetings are held the third Thursday of every month (except for December), and generally only go for one hour

While this job has a limited range of Ballarat and Central Highlands, our meetings are virtual and we encourage people from all over Victoria to apply.

About Blue Bow Tie

Blue Bow Tie is a charity registered with the ACNC (Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission) which aims to support and bring public awareness to the plight of male victims of domestic and family violence and abuse. The ultimate aim is to be able to build/provide a shelter for these men to give them a safe place to rebuild their lives.

BBTL has applied for DGR (Deductible Gift Recipients) status which will allow the charity several much needed tax concessions.

More About the Roles

To support our development and expansion, we are seeking community-minded and skilled individuals who are passionate about raising awareness of, and offering support to, this often-overlooked demographic.

The Board of Directors is responsible for the development of BBTL’s strategy, policies and procedures, supporting the organisation to achieve its purpose, and governing the overall reputation, risk and financial management of the organisation. It is responsible for BBTL’s overall performance and compliance, providing strategic direction, effective governance, and leadership on behalf of our stakeholders.

We have a small, but passionate group of people already involved, but feel a more diverse group would offer a more broad idea base.

However, we aren’t looking for your typical Board member. We are looking for people who can openly and passionately support the core foundation of BBTL but are also keen to roll up their sleeves and jump right in, putting their actions where their mouths are.

Raising awareness and offering support is at the forefront of everything we do. There is no better feeling than helping to create an inclusive space that has a life-altering impact on male victims of domestic abuse, letting them know they are not forgotten or ignore, but remain a valued member of the community.

Key Responsibilities

The role includes, but is not limited to:

• Working closely with the founder and current Board to ensure Board agreed program-related activities are completed as per agreed timelines
• Contribute and apply knowledge and experience of the community services sector to future BBTL’s overarching strategic objectives
• In conjunction with the Founder and Chair, be a public face of the Board when required (e.g. to volunteers, employees, media, and wider community)
• To participate in furthering BBTL’s strategic goal through fundraising
• To assist with blog posts
• To assist with Social Media posts and maintenance

About You

You are someone who is passionate about advancing the visibility of male victims of domestic abuse around regional Victoria, and beyond. You are someone who has the time and passion to dedicate to BBTL during this critical phase of its growth and are seeking meaningful ways to contribute support and increase awareness in our society.

You may also be someone with the following skills and attributes:

• Commitment to advancing the visibility and support of the male victims of domestic and family violence and abuse in regional and rural Victoria, and beyond
• Effective communicator and collaborator, enthusiastic about being a part of a team working towards a collective purpose
• Ability to provide strategic advice, oversight and support to the Founder and Chair, and the organisation
• Willing and able to commit the time and skills to meet the responsibilities of this voluntary role
• May possess experience in governance, financial management, fundraising, community services, social media, and marketing and communication, although it is not a deal-breaker if you don’t. The most important thing is a genuine alignment with BBTL’s core objectives

Past and current survivors and/or their families are encouraged to apply.

What You Can Look Forward To

• The opportunity to support, shape and grow BBTL
• Work with like-minded and passionate people dedicated to making a real difference for the male victims of domestic and family violence and abuse
• Gain meaningful governance and Board experience
• Be an integral part of supporting this demographic by raising visibility and inclusion

What Now?

To apply for a any of the click Apply Now

The decision for Board Members will be made by the beginning of February and you will be notified before 15 February 2025, in time to join our February meeting being held on the third Thursday (20 February 2025) at 7.00pm via Zoom – link supplied.

Our AGM is held in March each year.

Thank you for your interest in our charity, and we look forward to bringing awareness to this forgotten and overlooked demographic.