Company Secretary (Volunteer) – Brisbane Charity

Cherish Women’s Cancer Foundation (‘Cherish’) is seeking a volunteer Company Secretary to partner with the Chair and Board of Directors to deliver high level governance and compliance outcomes for the benefit of the Foundation.  The position will suit a highly organised individual with prior experience on a NFP Board or similar position.  An ability to work independently and remotely is a must. To be successful in this role, you must have a genuine desire and motivation to contribute to and develop the existing work of the Cherish Foundation. In addition to contributing your professional skills and knowledge, you will:  · be expected to attend monthly board meetings in Brisbane  · be responsible for the collation and distribution of  meeting agendas, minutes and Board papers  · oversee the completion of Board action items  · maintain company registers and records  · ensure compliance is maintained with the Australian Charities and Not for Profits Commission (‘ACNC’) and other regulatory bodies  · provide advice and guidance regarding the Foundation’s constitution  · regularly review and develop as required Board level policies  · prepare and maintain the annual Board and AGM calendar  · assist with AGM preparation, including notification to members  · facilitate regular Board reviews and skill matrix assessments  · assist with Board succession planning and undertake inductions of new Board members  · provide impartial advice and guidance regarding corporate governance to the Chair and Board  · maintain the Board portal on Dropbox or other platform as used from time to time  · perform other governance duties as required. Ideally, you will also have high-level communication and inter-personal skills; be detailed, organised and commercially astute;  be experienced with virtual meeting platforms such as ZOOM;  and be willing to be a collaborative participant in a committed NFP governance team.  Completion of either the Australian Institute of Company Directors or Governance Institute of Australia accreditation courses will also be highly regarded. Please apply below if you are passionate about supporting a great foundation and driving the growth strategy for a great cause.  You will also experience the very rewarding results of improving the medical care and research available to gynaecological cancer patients.