Board Director - Governance and Legal

Baseball SA • Adelaide, South Australia, Australia • 1w ago

Position Title	Board Director - Governance and Legal
Organisation	Baseball South Australia
Status / Tenure	Volunteer - Appointed Director (12 months)
Time Commitment	4 to 6 hours per month
Location	Baseball SA, West Beach, South Australia
Reports To	President, South Australian Baseball League Inc
Works Closely With	Chief Executive Officer
Document Version	1.0 — May 2026

ABOUT BASEBALL SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Baseball South Australia (BSA) is the state governing body for baseball, overseeing community competitions, performance pathways, state teams, development programs, and key facilities at West Beach. BSA works closely with clubs, volunteers, coaches, and partners to grow the game at all levels, from entry-level participation through to elite athlete development.

The organisation is in a period of strong growth, with major facility upgrades underway, expanded pathway programs, and increasing community demand. The BSA Board plays a central role in guiding this progress and supporting the long-term sustainability of baseball in South Australia.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Director of Governance and Legal is a Board-level appointed position responsible for providing governance oversight, legal risk identification, and high-level strategic advice to ensure Baseball SA operates within appropriate legislative and regulatory frameworks.

This role supports the Board and the Chief Executive Officer by offering guidance on matters including governance compliance, constitution and by-law interpretation, contracts, policy development, disciplinary processes, facility agreements, and organisational risk management.

This is not an operational legal role and does not require the Director to represent Baseball SA in legal proceedings. The Director ensures the organisation maintains strong governance standards and, where matters require specialist legal intervention, supports the Board in engaging appropriate external legal resources.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide Board-level oversight on legal, governance, and compliance matters
Identify organisational risks and support the development and implementation of mitigation strategies
Provide guidance on key documents including policies, agreements, contracts, and by-laws
Support the Board in ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, the BSA Constitution, and applicable governance frameworks including Australian Sports Commission and Office of Recreation, Sport and Racing requirements
Review and advise on by-laws, disciplinary processes, and playing conditions to ensure compliance and governance consistency
Assist with major organisational projects that require legal or governance oversight, including facility agreements and partnership arrangements
Support the Board in identifying when external legal advice should be sought and assist in framing the scope of that advice
Contribute to Board discussions and decisions on long-term strategic development

BOARD EXPECTATIONS

All Directors of Baseball South Australia are expected to:

Attend monthly Board meetings and actively contribute to informed, strategic decision-making
Uphold strong governance standards consistent with the Australian Sports Commission (ASC) and the Office for Recreation, Sport and Racing (ORSR)
Champion BSA's values and support a positive, collaborative Board culture
Maintain independence, confidentiality, and integrity in all Board matters
Review Board papers and prepare fully for discussion and decision-making
Support the organisation's long-term strategic direction, community focus, and commitment to safe and inclusive sport
Assist with Board committees or working groups where their expertise is relevant
Provide guidance to the CEO when appropriate while respecting the distinction between governance and operations
Represent Baseball SA professionally when engaging with stakeholders, partners, and the wider community

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are seeking someone who:

Brings expertise in law, governance, compliance, or risk management, whether through professional practice or significant board-level experience
Understands the role of a board director and the distinction between strategic governance and operational management
Can review documents, identify risks, and provide clear, practical strategic guidance without defaulting to operational involvement
Has familiarity with incorporated associations, sporting bodies, or not-for-profit governance frameworks
Communicates effectively and can support high-quality governance discussions at board level
Is values-driven, collaborative, and committed to strengthening community sport
Is passionate about helping Baseball SA grow responsibly, sustainably, and in accordance with its obligations