
Organisation : Human and Hope Association Incorporated
Location : Australia
Time required : 3 hours a week
Duration of project : Ongoing
Sector : Education & Employment, Overseas Aid & Development
Application closing date : 21 Jul, 2025
About the role
Overview
The secretary is primarily responsible for record-keeping that is of a non-financial nature and is also responsible for keeping records of correspondence.
Time Commitment
The secretary can expect to spend up to three hours per week on independent work and attend a two-hour monthly meeting.
Competencies, experience and Skills (Role Related)
• Highly developed organisational skills, including the ability to set priorities and complete tasks to deadlines
• Experience in administration and minute taking
• Professional experience with leadership accomplishments in business, government, philanthropy or the not-for-profit sector
• Experience with creating innovative fundraising strategies
Competencies (Personal Attributes)
• Passion for localisation and Cambodian-driven solutions – understanding that the local way is the best way when it comes to sustainable development;
• Integrity – fulfilling a director’s duties and responsibilities, acting ethically, appropriate independence, putting the organisation’s interests before personal interests;
• Credibility – have a trustworthy reputation that will result in respect from all stakeholders;
• Collaborative yet curious and courageous – able to function as an effective team member and have the curiosity to ask questions and the courage to persist in robust discussions;
• Active contribution – be an active contributor with genuine interest in Human & Hope and the importance of local empowerment;
• Ability to make informed decisions – eager to listen and conduct necessary research before making a decision that is always in the best interest of HHA Cambodia and aligns with their values
Roles/Responsibilities
• Take minutes at meetings and distribute to board members
• Maintain all records such as members, licences, etc., and make sure the President has copies
• Submit records to authories such as the ACNC
• Maintain a calendar of important dates
• Communicate with any other applicable bodies as deemed necessary
• Update changes of board members with applicable bodies
• Work closely with the board to fundraise for the running costs of HHA Cambodia
About the organisation
Human & Hope financially HHA Cambodia, a grassroots community centre who runs programs in education, vocational training, and community development to alleviate poverty.
How to apply
Applications not allowed for this volunteering opportunity.
Please quote in application: Secretary with Human & Hope via Pro Bono Australia.