Lead a national health mission with real impact—chair a high-performing Board driving prevention, treatment, recovery, advocacy and research.
Stroke Foundation is Australia’s leading national charity dedicated to preventing stroke, saving lives, and enhancing recovery. Representing more than 440,000 Australians living with stroke, their families and carers, the organisation delivers impact through public awareness, advocacy, research, clinical guidelines, survivor support and education. With Strategy 2027: Stronger Together underway, Stroke Foundation is driving national progress on prevention, equitable access to care, and lifelong recovery support.
The Opportunity
As President of Stroke Foundation, you will lead a high-performing, values-driven Board at a pivotal time. Working closely with the CEO and fellow Directors, you will provide governance leadership, set strategic direction and help sustain the organisation’s financial strength.
You will play an influential external role, representing Stroke Foundation with governments, partners, donors and the wider community — cultivating relationships that advance the mission and secure long-term support. Your focus is to advance national impact in stroke prevention, treatment and recovery, while safeguarding the organisation’s culture, integrity, and long-term sustainability.
The Person
We are seeking an experienced Chair or senior governance leader with a deep affinity for mission-led work and strong commercial acumen. You will bring a track record of board leadership in complex environments, together with the presence to engage credibly with government, philanthropy and major partners. A compassionate, inclusive, values-based style is essential, as is respect for lived experience of stroke.
Stroke Foundation is committed to diversity and welcomes applications from any candidates, no matter their background. Those with personal or family connections to stroke or related health conditions are warmly encouraged to apply.
Candidates will need to: demonstrate experience in Chairing a diverse board of directors, or similar capacity to cultivate philanthropic and strategic partnerships, share any conflicts of interest - actual, potential or perceived to have the relevant availability to play this important leadership role.
To Apply
If you have the experience and desired mindset to lead this impactful organisation, we invite you to apply.
Please visit https://brookerconsulting.com.au/position-description/ to view the Position Profile and upload your CV (in Word format) to apply by Monday, February 9, 2026. Alternatively, feel free to call Leighton Cantrill on 0493 827 145 for a confidential discussion.