Board Director — Public Relations & Partnerships

Public Relations · Australia — remote participation available · Remote

Initial 12 months · Voluntary / Unpaid · 1 vacancy

About Project Earth

Project Earth is establishing a charitable organisation focused on improving community infrastructure and social wellbeing through international collaboration.

The organisation aims to connect communities with sponsors, donors, volunteers, technical professionals and institutional partners to support the identification, development and delivery of practical infrastructure projects.

Project Earth is currently developing its organisational structure, digital platform, partnerships and governance arrangements.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced professional to join the founding Board of Directors and contribute to the establishment of Project Earth.

The Director — Public Relations & Partnerships will provide strategic guidance on the organisation's public identity, communications, external relationships and engagement activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee public relations and communications strategies.
• Advise on the organisation's public messaging and presentation.
• Support media engagement and communications protocols.
• Provide strategic direction for social media and public awareness.
• Assist with establishing relationships with sponsors, donors and institutional partners.
• Support engagement with community organisations and international collaborators.
• Advise on sponsorship and partnership development.
• Participate in organisational planning and board governance.
• Support the development of transparent and accountable communication practices.

Preferred Experience

Applicants should have substantial professional experience in one or more of the following:

• Public relations and corporate communications.
• Marketing and media management.
• Strategic partnerships and institutional relationships.
• Sponsorship development.
• Organisational leadership.
• Nonprofit or charitable organisation management.

Previous board experience is desirable but not essential.

Commitment

The initial appointment is for 12 months, with the possibility of renewal.

Board meetings are expected approximately three to four times annually, with additional participation during the establishment phase as required.

Meetings may be conducted remotely.

This is a governance and strategic oversight position rather than a day-to-day operational role.

Expression of Interest

Applicants are invited to provide:

• Name and contact details.
• Professional background.
• Relevant experience.
• Brief statement explaining their interest in Project Earth.
• General availability for board participation.

Board Appointment

Successful applicants will be subject to the organisation's formal director appointment process.

Director consent, identity information and other statutory documentation will be collected securely at the appropriate stage.