Vacant Board Position

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Board Position - Director

The Connellan Airways Trust

 

We support people in Outback Australia. We are committed to reducing the disadvantage of geographical isolation and remoteness through the provision of grants and scholarships in support of education and health.


The Trust is currently seeking to appoint up to 2 x Directors to complement our skilled and knowledgeable board.


We welcome expressions of interest from people with knowledge and experience in any of the following areas:

  1. Experience with not-for-profit organisations
  2. Legal expertise or knowledge
  3. Marketing expertise or knowledge
  4. Fundraising skills


Formal courses and/or qualifications in governance with the Australian Institute of Company Directors or the Governance Institute of Australia are highly regarded, but not essential.


We invite all interested people to apply, noting that previous board experience is not necessary, just enthusiasm to share your experience and a commitment to support the work of the Trust. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. NT residency is preferred but not necessary.


The Board generally meets four to six times per year, with a mix of in person and virtual meetings. The in-person meetings are held in Alice Spring, NT. These positions are voluntary roles.


This is a great opportunity to join a balanced and cohesive board of a charitable organisation focused on rural and remote people. 
 

Please email an expression of interest explaining your reasons for wanting to join the board as a director of the Trust, along with a resume no later than 28 February 2022.


Your expression of interest can be emailed to executiveofficer@connellanairwaystrust.org.au.


For more information about the Trust, please view our website www.connellanairwaystrust.org.au or contact the Executive Officer on 0439 049 646

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By Declan Kelly July 15, 2025
From the EO Hi everyone, I'm Declan Kelly, the new EO of Connellan Airways Trust. I’ve just wrapped up my first few weeks as Executive Officer at the Trust, and it’s already been a genuinely inspiring start. Earlier this month, I travelled to Alice Springs (Mparntwe) and had the chance to connect directly with some of the people and communities the Trust supports. A highlight was attending the Govies’ Muster and meeting the dedicated teachers, families and students from the Alice Springs School of the Air and the ICPA. Hearing about the creativity and resilience it takes to deliver education across vast distances really brought home why the Trust’s work matters. At the Alice Springs Show, I enjoyed meeting local schools and community groups, many of whom already know Connellan and have received support in the past to bring important projects to life. It was great to see how the Trust’s legacy is woven into the local community in such practical and lasting ways. I also met with the team from Red Dust and learned more about their community driven health and wellbeing programs. And of course, I couldn’t miss experiencing my first Territory Day, a pretty spectacular way to be welcomed, with fireworks lighting up the desert night. Another highlight was catching up with NT Chief Minister, Lia Finocchiaro, to talk about the opportunities and challenges facing remote Australians, and where the Trust can help create even greater impact. All in all, it’s been a warm, generous welcome into the Connellan Airways Trust community, and I’m excited to keep building on the Trust’s proud history. Next up, my first grant round. If you’re working on a project, supporting your local community or just want to chat about what we do, please get in touch via info@connellanairwaystrust.org.au . Looking forward to what’s ahead! Declan General Grants Opening Soon Our next round of General Grants opens 1 August and closes 15 August. These grants support individuals and small community organisations in remote, very remote and select outer regional areas to fund projects, education, travel, technology or local initiatives that reduce isolation and create opportunities. Check out the guidelines and see if you're eligible: connellanairwaystrust.org.au/general-grants Questions? Get in touch at info@connellanairwaystrust.org.au . We look forward to seeing your ideas!
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