SPHERE seeks independent Chair to lead Board
SPHERE is seeking an Independent Chair to lead its Board and help guide the organisation through its next phase of strategic impact, growth and system-level influence.
The Independent Chair will provide impartial leadership of the Board, supporting strong governance, strategic clarity and effective decision-making across SPHERE’s multi-partner environment.
The role will help steward SPHERE’s strategic direction, foster collaboration across partner organisations, support robust conflict-of-interest management and act as a trusted ambassador for SPHERE with members, partners and external stakeholders.
SPHERE is seeking a highly regarded leader with significant Board Chair or equivalent governance experience, strong strategic and systems thinking capability, and established credibility across health, research, academia or government. Experience in research translation, academic health science centres or partnership-based models will be highly regarded.
The part-time appointment is based in Sydney with hybrid participation. The role includes quarterly Board meetings, additional meetings as required, and preparation and stakeholder engagement aligned with the responsibilities of the position.
Applications close 30 June 2026.
A full position description is available here
To apply, please submit a cover letter addressing your relevant skills and experience, together with a CV, via [email protected] by the 30th June 2026.
For a confidential discussion, please contact Professor Julie White at [email protected]