Expressions of Interest – IDFA Board Members
Published on: 2 September 2021

Expressions of Interest – Immune Deficiency Foundation Australia Board Members

Are you looking for a Board role where you can make a difference?

We are seeking Board members with expertise in the following areas:

  • Finance
  • Marketing & Communications
  • Fundraising
  • Human Resources/People & Culture
  • Legal

Who Are We?

IDFA is a national not-for-profit and leading peak body offering education, advocacy and awareness for Australians living with a PID or SID. PID’s are caused by defects in immune function and are mostly genetic in origin. SID’s are caused as a result of external factors such as chemotherapy, autoimmune disease or other treatments. People living with immunodeficiencies are more susceptible to infection.

In conjunction with our community-focussed model of care IDFA assists in achieving improved patient outcomes and quality of life. With the support of our medical advisory panel and through national and international relationships IDFA is a respected organisation within the medical and patient community.

What does the Role Involve?

We meet 6 times per year as a Board, usually via Zoom and have a weekend face to face meeting. As a Board member you are encouraged to attend Board meetings and to engage in issues such as strategic planning, responding to member needs and ensuring goo governance of the organisation.

In addition, you may choose to join one of our Sub-Committees, relevant to your skills

Contact:

Carolyn Dews

carolyn@idfa.org.au or 0455086556