Call for manufacturing women to join Board X program

December 17, 2024

GMC has been invited to share a significant opportunity for experienced women leaders to join a WILD for STEM’s Board X Program.

The Board X Program prepares exceptional STEM women for board positions across Australia. They envision a future where STEM leadership is diverse, dynamic, and driven by women who are not just participants but pioneers.

Board X is an immersive 12-month observership program that will see 50 STEM women paired with 50 boards around Australia. In addition to gaining unique insight into boardrooms nationally, participants will also receive executive coaching, training, and recruitment support.

Board X Components

  • Board Observership: An immersive 12-month board observership experience, matching you with leading STEM organisations to launch your board career.
  • Executive Coaching & Mentoring: Group executive coaching, and mentoring support from board representatives.
  • Recruitment Support: Tailored recruitment support to develop your governance CV and navigate the competitive landscape of board roles.

Who can apply?

Eligibility criteria:

  • Qualifications or extensive practical experience in STEM
  • Currently employed in a non-academic role in STEM
  • Governance trained or have substantial governance experience, and
  • Strong aspirations to become a board director in the next 12-24 months

Applications close 31 January. Apply here.