Overview
Nature of the role: Management Committee members collectively act as the Approved Provider and governing body of Meela Childcare Centre and are responsible for strategic oversight and organisational direction, financial stewardship, risk management, and compliance, policy oversight and governance assurance, supporting the organisation's purpose, sustainability, and regulatory obligations. Committee members act in accordance with the organisation's constitution and applicable legislation and governance standards.
Skills and experience sought
* Governance, board or committee participation
* Legal, accounting, finance, audit, or risk
* Human resources, workplace relations, or compliance
* Early childhood, education, or community services
* Strategy, leadership, or not-for-profit governance
* Previous governance experience in not-for-profit organisations is advantageous but not essential
Eligibility and regulatory screening (mandatory)
Due to the nature of the organisation's operations and regulatory environment, appointment to the Management Committee is conditional upon prior to the appointment: obtaining a current National Police Certificate, and holding and maintaining Working with Children Check. Ongoing appointment is subject to continued compliance with these requirements and all applicable governance and regulatory obligations.
ACNC Governance Standards
As a registered charity, Community Childcare Inc is required to comply with the ACNC Governance Standards. Accordingly, Management Committee members must:
* Act with reasonable care and diligence, in good faith, and in the best interests of the organisation
* Manage actual, potential, or perceived conflicts of interest appropriately
* Not misuse their position or information obtained through their role
* Ensure the organisation's resources are applied solely towards its charitable purposes
* Support the organisation's compliance with applicable laws and regulatory obligations
* Appointment and ongoing service on the Management Committee are subject to these standards
Important governance information
This is a volunteer role and no remuneration is provided. The role does not create an employment relationship. Committee members are subject to fiduciary, statutory, and constitutional duties. Appointment is subject to the organisation's constitution, internal governance policies, and applicable legislation.
How to express interest
Interested individuals are invited to submit a brief expression of interest outlining their background, skills, and governance experience by contacting the organisation directly for further information.
Additional information
* Online or Remote
* Category Education & Training
* Commitment Regular - more than 6 months
* Type Of Work Business Planning, Childcare, Education & Training, Governance, Boards & Committees
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