AMA Queensland Foundation Board Opportunity

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Expressions of Interest Sought: Board Director

Australian Medical Association (AMA) Queensland Foundation

• Queensland-based

• One or more of the following areas of expertise: governance, business development, philanthropy or the medical profession.

• Organisation type: Charity

• Remuneration: Volunteer with expenses reimbursed.

About AMA Queensland

AMA Queensland is a highly reputable, not-for-profit membership organisation for doctors. AMA Queensland provides professional support and representation to its members through advocacy and member services (such as training and workplace support) individually and across industry events and widespread media opportunities. We have strong connections with government and opposition leaders at both state and national level, allowing our impact to be meaningful and direct.

About AMA Queensland Foundation 

The Foundation is the charitable arm of AMA Queensland and was established in 2000 by members to help people who fell through the gaps in the health system. The Foundation’s mission is to improve medical conditions in areas of need by raising funds to finance and implement: 

• improved or emergency medical services in rural and remote areas;

• improved medical education; and 

• vital medical research. 

The Foundation does this by: 

• providing life-saving medical services, treatments and equipment to people in need, particularly in rural and remote regions;

• financially supporting medical students, who are experiencing hardship, to continue their studies towards becoming a doctor; and

• raising funds for major community causes.

Composition of the Board

The Foundation is governed by a board with a minimum of four and a maximum of seven directors with diverse skills and experience including communications, marketing, fundraising and the medical profession. The board is now seeking expressions of interest for one director position. 

Skills Sought

The candidate we are seeking will have considerable experience in governance and one or more of the following skills including networking, relationship management, philanthropy and the medical profession. Experience on similar boards will be considered favourably. GAICD qualification or similar are preferred, or a clear intention and timeline to complete appropriate studies.

Duration of Tenure

Directors may continue in their roles for up to six years. Refer to the Foundation’s constitution for more information on Election of Directors.

Remuneration

This is a voluntary position, though expenses incurred for special projects can be reimbursed, and the board meets at least four times per year. The successful candidate will also be expected to attend events hosted by the Foundation from time to time. 

How to apply

If you are interested in this board opportunity, please submit:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV); and

• One-page expression of interest setting out:

  • your professional experience/skills/qualifications, and governance capabilities;

  • the reasons why you would like to join the AMA Queensland Foundation; and

  • what you can offer to the governance and development of the Foundation to the Secretariat, via [email protected].

Those interested are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications will be reviewed upon receipt. Applications close 5pm, Monday 11 May 2026.