The Basketball SA Commission (Board) provides strategic leadership, governance oversight and long-term direction for the organisation. The Commission ensures Basketball SA operates sustainably, ethically and in alignment with its Strategic Plan and constitutional responsibilities.

Commission Members act in the best interests of basketball in South Australia as a whole, rather than representing individual associations or stakeholder groups.

Key Responsibilities:

• Setting and monitoring organisational strategy
• Providing governance and policy oversight
• Ensuring financial sustainability and risk management
• Supporting organisational performance and accountability
• Appointing and overseeing the Chief Executive Officer
• Upholding strong governance and ethical standards

The Basketball SA Commission consists of Independent Members who are appointed based on skills, experience and governance capability.

Commission Members:

• Are independent of Basketball SA and its member groups
• Serve as volunteer directors
• Operate under the Basketball SA Constitution
• Work collectively to provide strategic leadership
• Adhere to the Commission Charter and Basketball SA Code of Conduct

Basketball SA supports contemporary governance practices, including the 40:40:20 gender equity principle, and seeks a balanced and diverse Commission.

Commission Members are expected to:

• Attend scheduled Commission meetings and strategic workshops
• Prepare for and actively contribute to discussions
• Act with integrity, independence and professionalism
• Maintain confidentiality
• Comply with governance policies and director responsibilities
• Contribute to and Chair sub-committees or working groups as required

Time commitment typically includes regular Commission meetings (6-8 per year), preparation time and occasional strategic planning sessions or events.

ELIGIBILITY AND NOMINATION REQUIREMENTS

Nominees must:

• Demonstrate appropriate skills and experience aligned to Commission needs
• Meet eligibility requirements outlined in the Basketball SA Constitution
• Be willing to undertake governance responsibilities as a volunteer director

ELECTION PROCESS

Following the close of nominations:

• Applications will be reviewed against skills matrix and diversity requirements
• Shortlisted candidates may be invited to participate in an interview process
• Recommendations will be presented in accordance with constitutional processes
• Successful nominees will be formally appointed or elected at the AGM on 26 May 2026

All applicants will be notified of the outcome following completion of the process.

Commission Members are appointed for a term of 2 years, as defined within the Basketball SA Constitution and may be eligible for re-appointment subject to governance requirements.

5 Commission Member positions are available in 2026.