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MDC Foundation Limited board member vacancy   

MDC Foundation Limited governs the Mother's Day Classic, a nationwide walk/run event that raises funds for breast and ovarian cancer research.

From 1998 to 2023 proceeds from the Mother’s Day Classic were donated solely to the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) to fund breast cancer research. During this period, awareness campaigns associated with the Mother’s Day Classic have focussed on breast cancer.

From 2024 onwards, while recognising there is still much to be done in funding future breast cancer research, Mother’s Day Classic participants and donors also have the opportunity to raise funds for ovarian cancer research in addition to breast cancer research.

MDCF has an outstanding opportunity for the right candidate. The board is currently looking for an enthusiastic and talented individual with IT/Digital expertise to fill a general board member vacancy.

Who is the MDC Foundation Limited

MDC Foundation Limited as trustee for Mother’s Day Classic Foundation is a company limited by guarantee, and a public company with charitable status (MDC Foundation Limited ACN 604 328 994).

Proceeds from the MDCF are donated to the National Breast Cancer Foundation and the Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation in to fund life-changing research in accordance with the selection of MDC event participants

About the Board

The board is comprised of directors with a diverse range of skills. These skills range from accounting, legal, risk management and governance, people and culture, to marketing, fundraising, business strategy, technology/digital and CEO experience. The board is a strong, collaborative team united by our common purpose.

Appointment period

This board position would be appointed for a three year term until 2027.

Skills and experience

The Board is particularly interested to hear from applicants with strong IT/Digital (essential requirements).  It is also expected that applicants will have an understanding of the not-for-profit ethos and experience/skills in one or more of the following (in addition to IT/Digital expertise):

• Digital Customer Experience;
• Fundraising
• Major Events; and/or
• Sponsorship / Marketing.

MDC Foundation provides an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to equal treatment of all employees and board members without regard to race, national origin, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability or other basis protected by law, so all suitably qualified persons are encouraged to apply.

More information / apply

The board welcomes enquiries and discussion with potential directors.

To apply (or to seek further information) please email a cover letter and copy of your CV to:

Emily Mulcahy
Board Secretary
MDC Foundation Limited

by email (emulcahy@mothersdayclassic.com.au).

Applications should be submitted by close of business COB Friday 2 August 2024.