Pro Bono Australia

01/10/2026

“I just saw 2 job ads at a company I really want to work for. I prefer one over the other, but is there any reason I shouldn’t apply for both? Is it important that I choose only one?”
This is a question that job seekers often ask themselves and our advice is ABSOLUTELY – yes! Apply for every job that you are qualified for and interested in. When it comes to getting your foot in the door, it doesn’t hurt to be as proactive as you can.
This article was originally published at Talent Propeller Jobs.

https://probonoaustralia.com.au/blogs/careers-news/can-i-apply-for-multiple-job-openings-at-the-same-company

30/09/2026

Amanda Connors is Chief Executive Officer of Ready Set and a commercially driven leader with more than 20 years' experience transforming brands, growing organisations and leading high performing teams across retail, pharmacy, financial services, beauty and wellness. Today, Amanda brings that commercial experience to Ready Set, where she is passionate about creating opportunities for people facing barriers to employment. She believes confidence is the foundation for opportunity and that the best leaders build brands, teams and bottom lines but always with heart.

Amanda Connors is Chief Executive Officer of Ready Set and a commercially driven leader with more than 20 years' experience transforming brands, growing organisations and leading high performing teams across retail, pharmacy, financial services, beauty and wellness. Twice named a Finalist in Austral...

24/09/2026

Andrew Cameron is the CEO of State Schools Relief (SSR), the Victorian charity that has helped government school students who are facing hardship attend school with dignity for almost 100 years. With a couple of decades across the education, social enterprise and government sectors, Andrew has held senior roles in peak and member associations, work-integrated social enterprises, and government departments and agencies including Services Australia and the National Disability Insurance Agency, with much of his career focused on human services delivery and systems transformation.

Andrew Cameron is the CEO of State Schools Relief (SSR), the Victorian charity that has helped government school students who are facing hardship attend school with dignity for almost 100 years. With a couple of decades across the education, social enterprise and government sectors, Andrew has held....

23/09/2026

The relationship between the chair and CEO is often described as one of the most important relationships in governance.

It is also one of the least visible.

This article was originally published by Brooker Consulting. The relationship between the chair and CEO is often described as one of the most important relationships in governance. It is also one of the least visible. Most interactions take place away from Board meetings. Away from formal reporting....

17/09/2026

This weeks PBA change maker is Emma Green, the Founder and Director of Better Ground, a brand and communications consultancy helping environmental and purpose-led organisations grow their impact.

Emma Green is the Founder and Director of Better Ground, a brand and communications consultancy helping environmental and purpose-led organisations grow their impact. With over 15 years’ experience shaping brand, marketing and communications strategy, Emma has led major rebrands, delivered high-im...

17/09/2026

The appointment of a new CEO is one of the most critical moments in a board’s responsibility. Significant time is invested in defining the role, running a rigorous search process, and selecting the right leader. Yet even when a highly capable CEO is appointed, the success of the organisation often depends on what happens next: how the CEO transition is managed between the board and the incoming leader.

https://probonoaustralia.com.au/blogs/careers-news/ceo-transition-challenges-why-boards-can-unintentionally-set-ceos-up-to-struggle

10/09/2026

Professional networking is a vital component of career development, acting as a catalyst for new opportunities, learning, and growth. By forging connections with individuals across various industries, job seekers gain access to knowledge, mentorship, and career opportunities that may otherwise remain out of reach. In addition, networking helps build a professional reputation and establish credibility, leading to increased visibility within the job market and making it easier to secure interviews and job offer.

This article was authored by the team at Meritos.

This article was authored by the team at Meritos. Professional networking is a vital component of career development, acting as a catalyst for new opportunities, learning, and growth. By forging connections with individuals across various industries, job seekers gain access to knowledge, mentorship,...

09/09/2026

This weeks PBA change maker, Anita Pahor believes that lasting social change happens when people come together around a shared purpose. As Founder of Larita Academy, the flagship corporate social responsibility initiative of LK Group, she has helped build a collaborative model that connects young people experiencing disadvantage with businesses, mentors, employers and community organisations.

Anita Pahor believes that lasting social change happens when people come together around a shared purpose. As Founder of Larita Academy, the flagship corporate social responsibility initiative of LK Group, she has helped build a collaborative model that connects young people experiencing disadvantag...

04/09/2026

Charbel Ghattas has built a career at the intersection of finance, philanthropy and humanitarian action. After beginning in Sydney's financial sector, a volunteer experience in a Lebanese refugee camp transformed his career, leading him to dedicate more than a decade to international development and high-impact philanthropy. This this weeks Pro Bono Australia Change Maker profile now!

Charbel Ghattas has built a career at the intersection of finance, philanthropy and humanitarian action. After beginning in Sydney's financial sector, a volunteer experience in a Lebanese refugee camp transformed his career, leading him to dedicate more than a decade to international development and...

03/09/2026

As we approach the end of the year, our minds inevitably turn to performance reviews.

These conversations are the perfect opportunity for leaders and their teams to connect and review what’s been achieved, however they are often dreaded or seen as simply another administrative task to be completed.

This article was authored by the team at Meritos. As we approach the end of the year, our minds inevitably turn to performance reviews. These conversations are the perfect opportunity for leaders and their teams to connect and review what’s been achieved, however they are often dreaded or seen as ...