Join the Mission Australia Advisory Panel
Bring your lived experience to the table and help shape the future of Mission Australia’s services and strategy.
What is the Advisory Panel?
The Advisory Panel plays a vital role in guiding Mission Australia’s strategic initiatives, services and outcomes. Made up of up to 12 people, the panel brings together clients and tenants from across Australia who have used our services in the past two years.
Members will reflect the diversity of our communities and provide valuable feedback to ensure our services are accessible, respectful and effective. The role is paid, and expenses to participate will be covered.
What you’ll do on the Panel
As a member of our Advisory Panel, your voice will help improve outcomes for thousands of people across Australia.
Connect and collaborate
Meet others with lived experience and share ideas.
Be heard
Your voice will reach decision-makers including our CEO and board.
Shape services
Help improve Mission Australia’s programs and strategy.
Is this opportunity right for you?
You might be a great fit if you:
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Are passionate about creating positive change in your community
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Have ideas and insights about how services could be improved
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Want to engage, learn and collaborate with others
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Can participate in six meetings per year (online or in person)
If this sounds like you, we are interested in hearing from you.
Are you eligible?
To be eligible to join Mission Australia's advisory panel you must:
- Live in Australia
- Currently use, or have used, at least one Mission Australia service in the past two years
At Mission Australia, we conduct police checks for Advisory Panel members, but a criminal record doesn’t automatically disqualify you. Each case is considered individually, and we focus on what you can bring to the panel. We encourage you to apply and share your story.
Your voice. Real impact.
Every year Mission Australia supports thousands of people, your voice can help shape a stronger, more inclusive future for everyone.
141,552
People supported through Mission Australia services and community housing.
494
Services delivered nationwide to strengthen communities and build safe homes.
4,876
Social and affordable homes owned or managed by Mission Australia.[1]
Apply now to be part of something bigger
Applications for the next Advisory Panel intake will open in Late 2026. We encourage people from all walks of life and lived experience to apply.
All applications will be reviewed by a selection panel, with final appointments made by the Mission Australia CEO. We’re looking for people who are passionate, thoughtful and ready to help shape the future of our services.
Frequently asked questions
No. The Mission Australia Advisory Panel is not about formal qualifications, it's about lived experience. We're looking for people from all walks of life who want to create positive change by sharing their insights and perspectives.
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Yes. You will be paid for your time to prepare for and attend meetings, and any expenses will be covered.
As a Panel member you'll have the opportunity to:
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Participate in consultations with Mission Australia staff
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Attend meetings with the CEO, executive or board
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Take part in small group discussions or project work
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Share your ideas in online discussions
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Engage in personal growth or development activities
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Be involved in media opportunities (optional)