The Observership Program is in my opinion an outstanding way for the future directors of all levels of Australian business to gain experience in what to do and indeed what not to do around the board table.”David Gonski AC (Patron, The Observership Program)
OBSERVERSHIP
PROGRAM
OUR VISION
Founded in 2014 and modelled on a similar successful program in the United States, The Observership Program provides training and practical experience in not-for-profit and government appointed board leadership and ongoing networking opportunities to create a passionate and motivated community of future leaders.
The Program is a way to connect talented emerging leaders and the not-for-profit community in a structured and meaningful way."
Jonathan Gavshon, Founder and Chair, The Observership Program
The Observership Program facilitates the involvement of young, talented and energetic individuals in a structured experience on non-profit and government appointed Boards. Each Observer is paired with an organisation for a 12-month period. During that time, Observers attend all board and/or committee meetings as non-voting members and learn about fundamental principles and functions of not- for-profit boards, the roles of board members, fiscal processes and other governance priorities. The Program provides Observers with first-hand exposure to the role of the board, its decision-making and operations as well as targeted training and mentorship designed to give Observers important skills to bring to the boardroom.
TESTIMONIALS
KEY DATES
2025 PROGRAM
APPLICATIONS CLOSED
Closed
31 JULY 2024
| DATE | DESCRIPTION |
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| 01/07/2024 | Applications open for 2025 Program |
| 31/07/2024 | Applications Close for 2025 Program |
2026 PROGRAM
DATES TO BE RELEASED FEB 2025
TBC 2025
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